Azitab 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Azitab Benefits & Uses

Azitab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Azitab Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azitab Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azitab is used -

Severe

Bronchospasm
Angioedema
Hearing Loss
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Tachycardia

Moderate

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

पेट दर्द
Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Azitab Related Warnings

Is the use of Azitab safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Azitab safely.

Safe
Is the use of Azitab safe during breastfeeding?

Azitab is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Azitab on the Kidneys?

Azitab rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Azitab on the Liver?

Azitab may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Azitab on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Azitab on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Azitab with Other Drugs

Azitab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Azitab Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azitab unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Azitab

Is this Azitab habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Azitab.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Azitab does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Azitab only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Azitab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Azitab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azitab

You can take Azitab with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azitab

Information about the interaction of Azitab and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azitab

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Azitab?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Take Azitab exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, one can take it with or without foods but to avoid stomach disturbances take it with a light meal. Complete the entire course of medicine.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Azitab on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Azitab on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Azitab treat pneumonia?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Azitab can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azitab is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Azitab cause diarrheoa?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Azitab may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 6 years ago

What does Azitab treat?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Azitab is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.