Quick Facts for Azax 500mg Tablet
- Chemical Class
- Macrolides
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Action Class
- Macrolides
Composition of Azax 500mg Tablet
- Azithromycin (500mg)
Uses of Azax 500mg Tablet
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Side Effects of Azax 500mg Tablet
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
Safety Advice for Azax 500mg Tablet
- Alcohol (UNSAFE): It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azax 500 Tablet.
- Pregnancy (SAFE IF PRESCRIBED): Azax 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
- Liver (SAFE IF PRESCRIBED): Azax 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
- Driving (SAFE): Azax 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- Kidney (CAUTION): Azax 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azax 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- Liver (CAUTION): Azax 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azax 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What to do if you miss a dose of Azax 500mg Tablet
If you miss a dose of Azax 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Azax 500 Tablet
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Quick Facts
About Azax 500 Tablet
Azax 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. Azax 500 Tablet is taken orally, preferably one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection. Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
How It Works
In Treatment of Bacterial infections Azax 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
How to Use
Azax 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Azax 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
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Composition of Azax 500 Tablet
Uses of Azax 500 Tablet
Key Benefits of Azax 500 Tablet
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azax 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects of Azax 500 Tablet
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Azax 500 Tablet
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azax 500 Tablet.
Azax 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Azax 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Azax 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Azax 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azax 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Azax 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azax 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal