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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azithro 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
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.
Azithro 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
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.
Take Azithro 500 Mg Tablet 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.
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 can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Azithro 500 Mg Tablet is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
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.
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