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Azicip 500mg Tablet

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Azithromycin(500.0 Mg)

Therapeutic classification
Antibiotic

Medical Description

Azicip 500 Tablet contains azithromycin. It is a higher antibiotic.

Uses of Azicip 500mg Tablet

For the treatment of bacterial infection in the ears, lungs, throat, tonsils, airways and nasal passage
Sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia, skin and soft tissue infections
Pneumonia or lung infection due to coming in contact with infected person (CAP)
Infection of urinary system and genital parts in females

Contraindications of Azicip 500mg Tablet

If you are allergic to azithromycin or any other antibiotic from same class like erythromycin or any ingredient of this medicine,

Side effects of Azicip 500mg Tablet

Dizziness, breathing difficulty, headache, irregular heart beat
Diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, lack of appetite, fever
Skin reaction, rash, itching, blistering, Swollen throat and lips fever
Difficulty to pass urine, blood in urine
Swelling of pancreas (pancreatitis), yellowing of the skin (Jaundice)

Precautions and Warnings of Azicip 500mg Tablet

Pregnancy

Can I take Azicip 500 Tablet during pregnancy?

It is recommended not to use this medicine if you are pregnant unless prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Azicip 500 Tablet while breastfeeding?

This medicine passes in breast milk in small quantities. Breastfeeding is not advised when you are taking this medicine. If it is really necessary to be taken by breastfeeding women, watch out for symptoms like rashes, diarrhoea and sleepiness in your breastfed baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Azicip 500 Tablet?

If you observe or experience any side effect like dizziness, fits you should not drive or use machines. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Azicip 500 Tablet?

You should not consume alcohol along with this medicine as alcohol can exaggerate the side effects like stomach upset, dizziness and drowsiness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have heart problems or abnormal heart rhythms
You experience severe and persistent diarrhoea after taking this medicine
You have kidney or liver problems
You have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis)
You have any neurological or psychiatric or mental problems
Low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood
You have any allergic reactions like swollen throat, face, rash, fever, breathing difficulty, any other infection

Mode of Action of Azicip 500mg Tablet

How Does It Work?

Azithromycin works by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria that causes infection.

Directions for Use of Azicip 500mg Tablet

Take it as a whole with sufficient amount of water as prescribed by your doctor.
Complete the course of the this antibiotic medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Azicip 500mg Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines used to manage stomach acid such as antacids should be taken with a minimum gap of at least one hour with this medicine.
Medicines used for migraine, headaches such as ergotamine should not be used concomitantly.
You may experience irregular heart rhythm if you are taking medicines like cisapride that is used to treat gastric reflux diseases.
Medicine used during heart failure like digoxin, medicine used to treat gout like colchicine, immune system modifying medicine like cyclosporin, medicines used to stop blood clotting like warfarin, anti-allergic medicine like astemizole, should be used cautiously.
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Storage and disposal of Azicip 500mg Tablet

It should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or heat, and keep out reach of children. Do not take this medicine after expiry date which is mentioned on the medicine.

Dosage of Azicip 500mg Tablet

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may be diarrhoea, loss of hearing, feeling sick. Seek medical attention in case you have consumed too much of this medicine.

Missed a Dose

Never miss your antibiotic medicine as it can lead to treatment failure and progression of infection. If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.

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Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Ravi Kakarla

MBBS, MBA

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I stop taking Azicip 500 Tablet if I feel better?

A: No, it may decrease the effectiveness of treatment and will increase the resistance of bacteria. Always inform your doctor if you want to stop treatment.

Q: I am allergic to clarithromycin, can I take azithromycin?

A: No, you should not take this medicine if you have allergy to clarithromycin. You should also never take other medicines from the same class of antibiotics (macrolides) eg Clarithromucin, Erythromycin, Roxithromycin, Azithromycin and Fidaxomicin.

Q: What are the common side effects of Azicip 500?

A: The common side effects of Azicip 500 tablets include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach upset, etc.

Q: What is the use of Azicip 500?

A: It is used for the serious bacterial infections of eyes, ears, lungs, throat, airways and soft tissues. It is also used for the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia.

Q: Can I take Azicip 500 for fever?

A: It is an antibiotic medicine and is not effective for controlling general fever. However, it is used in the treatment of enteric or typhoid fever due to bacterial infection known as salmonella.

Q: Can I use Azicip 500 tablet for throat infection or cough?

A: A throat infection can be either due to bacterial or viral infection. Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor.

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Contains	Azithromycin(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Bacterial infection
Side effects	Dizziness, breathing difficulty, headache, irregular heart beat, diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain

Last Updated on: 08 Feb 2021 | 07:27 PM (IST)

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