Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet

This medication 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 curing middle ear infections and traveler’s diarrhea. The medicine is also used to treat a number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections.

This tablet should not be taken without consulting a doctor. The dosage of the medicine depends upon a person’a age, weight, the condition that is being treated, other medical conditions and also how a person reacts to the first dose of the medicine. Effect and uses may vary from person to person.

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

• Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

• Bronchitis

• Hypersensitivity

• Liver Damage

• Diarrhoea

• Dry Or Scaly Skin

• Abdominal Pain

• Difficulty In Swallowing

• Vomiting

• Fever

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• Aggression Or Anger

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

• Heartburn

• 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?

  This medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless extremely necessary. Consult your doctor to weigh the risks and benefits of taking it.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for the breast feeding mothers unless extremely necessary. Close monitoring of the infant will be required, if taking it at all.

• 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 medicine can be adverse and when facing the same, driving should be completely avoided.

• 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 Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Macroazi 500 MG Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Tazix 500 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Zycin 500 MG Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Azitus 500 MG Tablet

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Nodycin 500 MG Tablet

  Nodysis Pharma Pvt.Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

This is a bacteriostatic drug. It inhibits protein synthesis by binding itself to 50S ribosomal subunits of the sensitive micro-organism. The medicine also infringes with transpeptidation and translocation and thus inhibits protein synthesis and cell growth.

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

  Alcohol

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

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Zithromycin tablet is a medication which has Azithromycin as an active ingredient present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the growth of bacterias in the bacterial cell membrane.

• Ques : What are the uses of Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Zithromycin 500 mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Gonococcal Urethritis, cat scratch diseases and Cervicitis.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Heartburn, sour stomach, painful urination and diarrhea are common side effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Zithromycin 500 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Zithromycin should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.