Azithral 500mg

Description

💊 Azithral 500mg Product Description

Azithral 500mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic medication containing Azithromycin. It is widely prescribed for the treatment of various bacterial infections affecting the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eyes. Additionally, it is effective in treating typhoid fever and certain sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea.

Mechanism of Action: Azithral 500mg belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. By stopping bacterial growth, it prevents the infection from spreading and allows the body’s immune system to eliminate the bacteria.

Key Benefits:

• Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Treats a wide variety of bacterial infections effectively.
• Convenient Dosing: Typically requires a short course of treatment (often 3 to 5 days) with once-daily dosing.
• Respiratory Health: Highly effective for conditions like pneumonia, bronchitis, and sinusitis.
• Skin & Soft Tissue: Used to treat infections of the skin and underlying tissues.

🛡️ Precautions

Is Azithral 500mg Right for You?

Before taking this medication, inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antibiotics. Patients with heart conditions, specifically those with a history of QT prolongation, should use this medication with caution and only under strict medical supervision.

DO NOT STOP SUDDENLY: You must complete the full course of medication as prescribed by your doctor, even if you feel better after a few days. Stopping the treatment early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat (antibiotic resistance).

⚠️ Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

• Vomiting and Nausea
• Abdominal pain or stomach cramps
• Diarrhea

Serious Side Effects:

• Severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling of face/lips, difficulty breathing)
• Liver dysfunction (yellowing of eyes/skin, dark urine)
• Irregular heart rhythm

📝 How to Use

Dosage: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew, crush, or break it.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C. Keep out of reach of children and pets.