Azithral (Azithromycin) 500mg Strip Of 5 Tablets
Azithral 500 MG Description
Azithral 500 tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various bacterial infections, such as tonsilitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, ear inflammation (otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections. It contains azithromycin as its active ingredient. Azithral 500 tablet works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection.
Take Azithral 500 tablets in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. You can take it with or without meals. Do not stop taking this medicine even if you feel better within a few days. Always finish the course of prescribed antibiotic medicines for effective treatment.
If you experience common side effects like diarrhoea after taking this medicine, it is suggested to drink enough fluids and stay hydrated. Not everyone gets these side effects and they usually go away with time. Inform your doctor if these symptoms are severe or do not go away.
The tablets Azithral 500, Azicip 500, Azax 500, and Azifast 500 also contain azithromycin as their main ingredient. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its components. Before starting Azithral 500 tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding and about your complete medical history. Also, inform the doctor about all other medicines and supplements you take.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹113.47 |
You Save | ₹18.47 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Azithromycin(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Dizziness, breathing difficulty, headache, irregular heart beat |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Azithral 500 MG
- Azithral 500 tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the ears, lungs, throat, tonsils, airways, nasal passages, skin, and soft tissue.
- It is also used to treat enteric fever and pneumonia or lung infection caused by contact with an infected person (CAP).
Contraindications of Azithral 500 MG
Side effects of Azithral 500 MG
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Stomach/abdominal pain
- Indigestion
Precautions and Warnings of Azithral 500 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have heart problems or abnormal heart rhythms.
- You experience severe and persistent diarrhoea after taking Azithral 500 tablet.
- You have kidney or liver problems.
- You have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis).
- You have any neurological or psychiatric or mental health problems.
- You have low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood.
- You have any allergic reactions like swollen throat, face, rash, fever, breathing difficulty, or any other infection.
Directions for Use of Azithral 500 MG
- Azithral 500 tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Complete the course of this antibiotic medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of Azithral 500 MG
- Store Azithral 500 tablets in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of Azithral 500 MG
- Azithral 500 tablets are antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the chest, nose, throat, ear, skin, soft tissue, and certain sexually transmitted infections. Complete the entire course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor....
- It is important to take the prescribed dose and not miss any dose. Before taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, do not take any other medicines without consulting your doctor. Antacids should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking the antibiotic....
- Diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and wind (flatulence) can occur as side effects of this medicine. If you experience these side effects and they do not resolve even after completing the antibiotic course, you must inform your doctor....
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you notice blood in your stools.
Dosage of Azithral 500 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- Never miss your antibiotic medicine, as it can lead to treatment failure and the progression of infection.
- If you missed any dose of Azithral 500 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Mode of Action of Azithral 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Azithral 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Azithral 500 may interact with other medicines; discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule....
- Medicines used to manage stomach acid, such as antacids, should be taken with a minimum gap of at least one hour with Azithral 500 tablets.
- Medicines used for migraine and headaches, such as ergotamine, should not be used concomitantly along with this tablet.
- You may experience irregular heart rhythm if you are taking this tablet concomitantly along with medicines like cisapride, which is used to treat gastric reflux diseases.
- Medicines used during heart failure, like digoxin; medicines used to treat gout, like colchicine; immune system-modifying medicines like cyclosporin; medicines used to stop blood clotting, like warfarin, and anti-allergic medicines, like astemizole, should be used with caution along with Azithral 500....
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Azithral 500 vs Augmentin, what is the difference?
Q: Can I stop taking Azithral 500 tablet if I feel better?
Q: I am allergic to clarithromycin, can I take azithromycin?
Q: What are the common side effects of Azithral 500?
Q: Can I take Azithral 500 for a fever?
Q: Does Azithral 500 treat acne?
Q: How should I take Azithral 500 tablet?
Q: Can Azithral 500 tablet cause rashes?
Q: Can you take Azithral without food?
Q: Can I take Azithral 500 at night?
Q: Are Azithral 500 and Azithromycin the same?
Q: Can I take 2 tablets of Azithral in a day?
Q: Can I take Montek and Azithral 500 tablets together?
Q: Is it compulsory to take 3 tablets of Azithral 500?
Q: Can we use the Mucolite SR tablet with Azithral?
Q: Can I take Azithral 500 for sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea?
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