Azithromycin 500mg (Zithromax, Azithromycin) - Antibiotic / Chlamydia,
Community-acquired Pneumonia
Indicated for treatment of community-acquired pneumonia due to Chlamydophila pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae in patients appropriate for oral therapy
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Pharyngitis or Tonsillitis
Indicated for treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes as an alternative therapy in individuals who cannot use first-line therapy
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Uncomplicated skin/skin structure
Indicated for treatment of uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, or Streptococcus agalactiae
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Indicated for treatment of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
500 mg PO Day for 3 days OR
Alternatively, 500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO qDay on Days 2-5
Acute bacterial sinusitis
Indicated for treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
500 mg PO Day x 3 days
Genital Ulcer Disease (Chancroid)
Indicated for treatment of genital ulcer disease in men due to Haemophilus ducreyi (chancroid)
Efficacy in treatment of chancroid in women has not been established
1000 mg PO x 1 dose
Nongonococcal or Gonococcal Urethritis and Cervicitis
Indicated for treatment of urethritis and cervicitis due to Chlamydia trachomatis or Neisseria gonorrhoeae
1000 mg PO x 1 dose
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Indicated for treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease due to Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, or Mycoplasma hominis in patients who require initial IV therapy
If anaerobic microorganisms are suspected of contributing to the infection, administer an antimicrobial agent with anaerobic activity in combination with azithromycin
Dosing Considerations
Use only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria in order to reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of azithromycin
Limitations of use
Do not use in patients with pneumonia who may be inappropriate for oral therapy because of moderate to severe illness or risk factors such as any of the following:
- Patients with cystic fibrosis
- Patients with nosocomial infections
- Patients with known or suspected bacteremia
- Patients requiring hospitalization
- Elderly or debilitated patients
- Patients with significant underlying health problems that may compromise their ability to respond to their illness (including immunodeficiency or functional asplenia)
Drug uses
Zithromax is a bacteriostatic antimicrobial agent from the macrolide antibiotics group. Zithromax has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity and can be prescribed for antibiotic treatment at any age.
Zithromax is effective in treatment of tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media, bacterial bronchitis, community pneumonia, and other acute infectious diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract.
In addition to acute infections, Zithromax can be used in antibacterial therapy for pelvic inflammatory disease, urethritis, genital ulcer disease in men, chlamydia trachomatis conjunctivitis, cervicitis, soft tissue and skin infections.
Zithromax daily dose for adults varies at the range of 250 mg to 2000 mg.
The daily Zithromax dose for children depends on their weight and should not exceed 30 mg per kilogram of body weight.
Dosage adjustment is not required in elderly people and patients with moderate hepatic and kidney impairment. A successful treatment of bacterial infection requires strict compliance with the dosing regimen of Zithromax.
Missed dose
If you missed a single Zithromax dose, the missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. The next Zithromax (Azithromycin) dose should be taken with an interval of 24 hours.
More information
Zithromax antibiotic can be used in combination with other drugs having antibacterial, germicidal, antiviral and antifungal activity. Including Zithromax into the combined anti-infective therapy may require daily dose correction of all medicines used.
Storage
Zithromax film-coated tablets should be stored at controlled room temperature below 30°C (below 86°F).
Zithromax safety information
Warnings
The liver is the main route of Zithromax excretion, so people with significant liver diseases should take this medicine with caution. If you notice signs of hepatic dysfunction (blood in the urine, dark urine), when going through the antibiotic therapy, you must stop taking Zithromax and seek medical advice.
Disclaimer
All the information about Zithromax antibiotic is provided on "as-is and as-available basis" without obligations of any kind. The online pharmacy may make changes in the overview of the antibiotic Zithromax at any time without prior notice.
Zithromax side effects
Zithromax is well tolerated and rarely causes undesirable effects. All side effects that Zithromax may cause are reversible and disappear, when you finish the antibiotic therapy.The following gastrointestinal disorders are possible in patients, taking single or multiple Zithromax doses: nausea, vomiting, loose stools, abdominal pain, flatulence, or dyspepsia.
Other side effects manifest in less than 1% of children and adults, using Zithromax to treat a bacterial infection. Zithromax causes no side effects in the absolute majority of children and adults. Those that do manifest are mild or moderate.The research results showed that only 0.7% of patients had to stop using Zithromax due to serious side effects.
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
- Cisapride
- Dronedarone
- Pimozide
- Thioridazine This medication may also interact with the following:
- Antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium
- Birth control pills
- Colchicine
- Cyclosporine
- Digoxin
- Ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergotamine
- Nelfinavir
- Other medications that prolong the QT interval (an abnormal heart rhythm)
- Phenytoin
- Warfarin
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One strip of 6 pills of Zithromax, Azithromycin 500mg
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1 strip of 6 pills each 500mg, (Saves you 40% on this pack.)
USE:
Community-acquired Pneumonia
Indicated for treatment of community-acquired pneumonia due to Chlamydophila pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae in patients appropriate for oral therapy
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Pharyngitis or Tonsillitis
Indicated for treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes as an alternative therapy in individuals who cannot use first-line therapy
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Uncomplicated skin/skin structure
Indicated for treatment of uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, or Streptococcus agalactiae
500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Indicated for treatment of acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
500 mg PO Day for 3 days OR
Alternatively, 500 mg PO x 1 dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg PO Day on Days 2-5
Acute bacterial sinusitis
Indicated for treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae
500 mg PO Day x 3 days
Genital Ulcer Disease (Chancroid)
Indicated for treatment of genital ulcer disease in men due to Haemophilus ducreyi (chancroid)
Efficacy in treatment of chancroid in women has not been established
1000 mg PO x 1 dose
Nongonococcal or Gonococcal Urethritis and Cervicitis
Indicated for treatment of urethritis and cervicitis due to Chlamydia trachomatis or Neisseria gonorrhoeae
1000 mg PO x 1 dose
PRODUCT DETAILS
About Azee-500 Tablet 5's
Azee-500 Tablet 5's belongs to a group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat various respiratory system bacterial infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
Azee-500 Tablet 5's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Azee-500 Tablet 5's does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.
Azee-500 Tablet 5's should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Azee-500 Tablet 5's should not be consumed more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Azee-500 Tablet 5's are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. An allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.
Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). You should consult a doctor if you have had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azee-500 Tablet 5's harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using Azee-500 Tablet 5's during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Azee-500 Tablet 5's can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.
Uses of Azee-500 Tablet 5's
Bacterial infections
Medicinal Benefits
Azee-500 Tablet 5's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Azee-500 Tablet 5's for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Azee-500 Tablet 5's
- Diarrhoea
- Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
- Stomach cramps
- Loss of appetite
- Bloating
- Indigestion
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Tell your doctor if you have liver problems (jaundice), muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Azee-500 Tablet 5's can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Azee-500 Tablet 5's and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azee-500 Tablet 5's harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Azee-500 Tablet 5's. Do not take Azee-500 Tablet 5's if allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics. Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins like simvastatin, lovastatin etc.), anti-gout or anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine). Azee-500 Tablet 5's is not recommended for the patients with pneumonia who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Azee-500 Tablet 5's have interactions with anti-nausea pills (domperidone), mental health pills (pimozide, amisulpride), anti-migraine medicines (ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), anti-cholesterol pills (simvastatin), bladder weakness medicine (tolterodine) and anti-gout/arthritis medicine (colchicine). Taking these drugs with Azee-500 Tablet 5's may cause serious side effects.
Drug-Food Interactions: No relevant drug-food interaction found with Azee-500 Tablet 5's. As a precautionary measure, the consumption of alcoholic beverages should be avoided as it may lead to drowsiness and dizziness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Azee-500 Tablet 5's should not be given to people with liver problems, muscle problem (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level) and colitis (inflammation of the intestine).
