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Azithro 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Azithro 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azithro 500 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azithro 500 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azithro 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Azithro 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Azithro 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Azithro 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azithro 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azithro 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Azithro 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azithro 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azithro 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Azithro 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azithro 500 Mg Tablet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azithro 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azithro 500 Mg Tablet does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azithro 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azithro 500 Mg Tablet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azithro 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azithro 500 Mg Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azithro 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Azithro 500 Mg Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithro 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithro 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azithro 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azithro 500 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azithro 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azithro 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azithro 500 Tablet
You can take Azithro 500 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithro 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azithro 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azithro 500 Mg Tablet and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Azithro 500 Mg Tablet 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.
If you are allergic to Azithro 500 Mg Tablet then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Azithro 500 Mg Tablet is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Azithro 500 Mg Tablet is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754