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AZITHROMYCIN-500MG
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Apr-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Other Info - AZI0013

FAQs

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Azithral-500 Tablet 5's. These antacids can interact with Azithral-500 Tablet 5's and make them less effective when taken at the same time.
Never stop the treatment with Azithral-500 Tablet 5's on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Azithral-500 Tablet 5's once discuss this with your doctor.
If you forget to take Azithral-500 Tablet 5's, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
Azithral-500 Tablet 5's contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Azithral-500 Tablet 5's.
Azithral-500 Tablet 5's can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
You should avoid taking Azithral-500 Tablet 5's if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Azithral-500 Tablet 5's.
No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.
Yes in some cases, people using Azithral-500 Tablet 5's may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Azithral-500 Tablet 5's also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.
Clinical evidence suggests that Azithral-500 Tablet 5's does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

There is insufficient information available about the use of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's during pregnancy. Therefore you should not use Azithral-500 Tablet 5's during pregnancy unless explicitly advised by your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's is partially passed through the mother’s milk, therefore it should not be used if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

There are no data available about the influence of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Azithral-500 Tablet 5's may cause dizziness and seizures so make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have liver problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Kidney

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Children

Caution

Safety and effectiveness in the treatment of patients under 6 months of age have not been established. So, it is not recommended for children less than 6 months of age. However, if the doctor has prescribed for the children more than 6 months Azithral-500 Tablet 5's can be used.

About Azithral-500 Tablet 5's

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's belongs to a group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat various respiratory system bacterial infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Azithral-500 Tablet 5's does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Azithral-500 Tablet 5's should not be consumed more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. An allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). You should consult a doctor if you have had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azithral-500 Tablet 5's harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using Azithral-500 Tablet 5's during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Azithral-500 Tablet 5's can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Uses of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Azithral-500 Tablet 5's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Azithral-500 Tablet 5's for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Suspension/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Azithral-500 Tablet 5's in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup.Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Side Effects of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems (jaundice), muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Azithral-500 Tablet 5's and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azithral-500 Tablet 5's harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Azithral-500 Tablet 5's. Do not take Azithral-500 Tablet 5's if allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics. Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins like simvastatin, lovastatin etc.), anti-gout or anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine). Azithral-500 Tablet 5's is not recommended for the patients with pneumonia who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
AzithromycinCeritinib
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DOMPERIDONE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • AMISULPRIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TOLTERODINE
  • COLCHICINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Azithral-500 Tablet 5's.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Azithral-500 Tablet 5's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Azithral-500 Tablet 5's in fighting off infections.

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