Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Throat Infection
- Chlamydia
- Skin Infections
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Gonorrhea
- Eye Infections
- Swollen Eyes
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Cervicitis
- Urethritis
- Chancroid
- Facial Swelling
- Vaginal discharge during pregnancy
- Ear Disease
- Lung Infections
- Lung Disease
- Pharyngitis
- Prickly Throat
- Throat Ulcer
- Hoarseness
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet 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
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Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zenithro without worrying about any side effects.
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Is the use of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zenithro does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zenithro has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Zenithro may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Zenithro rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet 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 Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet
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Is this Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet is addictive.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
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Is it safe?
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
No
Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Zenithro 500 Mg Tablet
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Zenithro with proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole, esomeprazole, and omeprazole)?
Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Zenithro can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
Question over 5 years ago
Can you drink alcohol while taking Zenithro?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
No harmful interactions are found between Zenithro and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Zenithro.
Question over 5 years ago
How does Zenithro work in the body?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Zenithro 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Zenithro for sore throat?
Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician
Yes, you can take Zenithro for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.
Question over 5 years ago
Is Zenithro good for cold?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
No, Zenithro is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zenithro is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
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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
