Azee 500 MG Tablet

Azee 500 MG Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat different types of infections caused by a variety of bacteria. It belongs to a group of Macrolide Antibiotics useful for treating numerous infections caused by bacteria like middle ear infections, traveler’s diarrhea.

It is prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate upper and lower respiratory tract infections, infections of the skin and skin structure

The medication also helps against number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections including gonorrhea and chlamydia. You should not consume the tablet without consulting a doctor if you have:

• Allergy
• Jaundice
• Liver problems
• Myasthenia gravis
• Heart rhythm disorder
• History of long QT syndrome.

Few common side effects of this tablet include nausea, vomiting, stomach upset and diarrhoea. An allergic reaction can also occur in rare cases. The dosage will depend on your age, the severity of condition, medical history and how you react to the first dose.

It is also used for preventing or delaying the onset of infection with Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC). Also, prescribed for prophylaxis of bacterial endocarditis in patients who are allergic to penicillin and undergoing surgical or dental procedures.

Along with other medications, it is sometimes used for curing malaria. This drug is also used to treat several intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of common cold, flu or viral infection since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.

Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, prostration. Treatment is supportive and symptomatic. Take as directed. Take all of prescribed medication. Do not discontinue until prescription is completed.

Tablet form may be taken with meals to decrease GI effects. Do not take with aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacids. May cause transient abdominal distress, diarrhea, headache.

Report signs of additional infections (eg, sores in mouth or vagina, vaginal discharge, unresolved fever, severe vomiting, or diarrhea). Safety and efficacy of Azithromycin have not been established in children <6 months of age with acute otitis media and in children <2 years of age with pharyngitis/tonsillitis.

• Bacterial Infections

• Bronchitis

• Sinusitis

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

• Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Hypersensitivity

• Liver Damage

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Vomiting

• Fever

• Nausea

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Rash

• Angioedema

• Ototoxicity

• Allergic Reaction

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of dose administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  As low levels of this medicine is excreted through human breast milk, monitoring of possible side effects in the infant is necessary.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Consult a doctor before taking the medicine when consuming alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  The side effects of this drug can be adverse and when facing the same, driving should be completely avoided.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken while taking this medication in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose is required, thus consult your doctor before taking Azee 500 MG Tablet.

• Does this affect liver function?

  It should be avoided if the person is suffering from any type of liver disease.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Azee 500 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Z-1 500 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Rulide Az 500 MG Tablet

  Sanofi India Ltd

• Value Thral 500 MG Tablet

  Panacea Biotec Ltd

• Azlupin 500 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Zirro 500 MG Tablet

  Eisen Pharmaceuticals Co. Pvt. Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of over dose.

This medication is a bacteriostatic drug. It inhibits protein synthesis by binding itself to 50S ribosomal subunits of the sensitive micro-organism.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Monitoring should be done of liver function tests and CBC differential when the patient is on this medicine.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • May inhibit CYP3A3/4 enzyme (mild).
  • Increased effect/toxicity: Azithromycin may increase levels of tacrolimus, phenytoin, ergot alkaloids, alfentanil, astemizole, terfenadine, bromocriptine, carbamazepine, cyclosporine, digoxin, disopyramide, and triazolam; Azithromycin did not affect the response to warfarin or theophylline although caution is advised when administered together.
  • Avoid use with pimozide due to significant risk of cardiotoxicity.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Qt Prolongation: Inform your doctor if you have an arrhythmia, any heart disease or drugs that prolong QT interval such as psychiatric drugs, anti-arrhythmic drugs.
  • Liver Disease: Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease and drugs that cause liver damage (Eg: TB drugs, HIV drugs).
  • Myasthenia Gravis: This medicine has certain interactions with diseases. A few of the diseases it interacts with are QT Prolongation, Liver disease and Myasthenia Gravis.
  • Use with caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction; hepatic impairment with or without jaundice has occurred chiefly in older children and adults.
  • It may be accompanied by malaise, nausea, vomiting, abdominal colic, and fever; discontinue use if these occur.
  • May mask or delay symptoms of incubating gonorrhea or syphilis, so appropriate culture and susceptibility tests should be performed prior to initiating Azee 500 MG Tablet.
  • Pseudomembranous colitis has been reported with use of macrolide antibiotics.

• Interaction with Food

  Rate and extent of GI absorption decreased; take this medicine on an empty stomach.

• Ques : What is Azee 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : Azee tablet belongs to a group of Macrolide Antibiotics. It contains Azithromycin as an active ingredient.

• Ques : What is the use of Azee 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : Azee 500 MG is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like pneumonia, ear Infection (Otitis Media), pharyngitis/tonsillitis and skin and soft tissue infections.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Azee 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : Possible side-effects include diarrhea, abdominal pain, difficult or painful urination, vomiting, fever, and acid or sour stomach.

• Ques : Is Azee an antibiotic?

  Ans : Yes, Azee is an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides.

• Ques : How long do I need to use azee 500 mg tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. It is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use azee 500 mg tablet ?

  Ans : This medication is generally used twice or thrice a week, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 2 to 4 days.

• Ques : Should I use azee 500 mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is commonly taken orally from mouth and the action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on using it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of azee 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

• Ques : Can the use of Azee 500 MG Tablet cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, the use of Azee 500 MG Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, consult your doctor immediately.

• Ques : Is Azee 500 MG Tablet safe?

  Ans : This drug is safe if used at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

• Ques : Is Azee 500 MG Tablet an antibiotic?

  Ans : Yes, this medication is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides.

• Ques : What if I don't get better even after taking Azee 500 MG Tablet?

  Ans : You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azee 500 MG Tablet and if your symptoms get worse.

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