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Azithral 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Name: Azithral 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Brand: ALEMBIC PHARMACEUTICALS
SKU: 2347
Price: 94.87 INR
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Composition:

Azithromycin(250.0 Mg)

Medical Description

Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S is a medicine which belongs to group of macrolide antibiotics.

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Mode of Action

Directions for Use

Interactions

Storage and disposal

Dosage

Uses of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Used in the treatment of bacterial infection in the ears, lungs, and other parts of the body
Sexually transmitted diseases
Diseases arising from infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia
Urinary infection

Contraindications of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Do not take this medicine if you have any allergic reaction to it or any other antibiotic from same class like erythromycin.

Side effects of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Dizziness
Breathing difficulty
Swollen throat and lips
Diarrhoea, nausea
Stomach pain
Skin reaction, rash, itching, blistering, fever
Difficulty to pass urine, blood in urine
Swelling of pancreas (pancreatitis)
Yellowing of the skin (Jaundice)
Lack of appetite
Headache
Irregular heart beat

Precautions and Warnings of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Pregnancy

Can I take Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S during pregnancy?

The effect of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S on the fetus is not known, consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will decide whether to use this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S while breastfeeding?

Azithromycin partially passes into human breast milk. If you are taking Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S then stop breastfeeding your baby. It is advised to discard the milk during treatment and until two days after discontinuation of treatment. You can restart breastfeeding thereafter.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S?

No information is available on the ability to drive or use machines, however if you observe or experience any side effect like dizziness, fits you should not drive or use machines. Contact you doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S?

No information is available on interactions of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

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 Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

How Does It Work?

Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S works by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria that causes infection.

Directions for Use of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

It should be taken with half glass of water
If you are taking any antacids, then Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S should be taken at least one hour before or two hours after the dose of antacids
Complete the course of the medicine as prescribed by your doctor

Interactions of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Interactions with other medicines

Blood thinners like warfarin
Medicine used to treat heart problems like digoxin
Medicine used to treat HIV infection like nelfinavir or zidovudine
Medicine used to treat gout like furosemide
Medicine used to treat migraine like ergotamine
Medicine used to treat tuberculosis like rifabutin
Medicine used to treat cholesterol level like atorvastatin
Medicine used to treat stomach problems or for fever like terfenadine
Cyclosporin

Interactions with food items

Food does not affect the absorption of this medicine. Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S can be taken with or without food.

Storage and disposal of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S 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.

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Dosage of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S

Overdose

If you suspect overdose of Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S immediately inform your physician or reach to nearest hospital for treatment. Symptoms of overdose may be diarrhoea, loss of hearing, feeling sick.

Missed a Dose

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. Do not take double dose of medicine to compensate the missed one.

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Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Ravi

MBBS, MBA

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I stop taking Azithral 250mg Tab 10'S 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.

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Last Updated on: 29 Jan 2020 | 03:12 PM (IST)

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