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Zithrocin 250 Tablet

ContainsAzithromycin (250mg)
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Packaging:6.0 tablets in 1 strip
Zithrocin 250 Tablet – Azithromycin (250mg) 250 mg by Zydus Healthcare Limited
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Composition:Azithromycin (250mg)
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Chemical ClassMacrolides
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES

About Zithrocin 250 Tablet

Zithrocin 250 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.Zithrocin 250 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, headache, 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.Do not use Zithrocin 250 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that happened with the use of azithromycin. 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

Zithrocin 250 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.Zithrocin 250 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, headache, 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.Do not use Zithrocin 250 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that happened with the use of azithromycin. 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 to Use

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. Zithrocin 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Zithrocin 250 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.

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Composition of Zithrocin 250 Tablet

Azithromycin (250mg)

Uses of Zithrocin 250 Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Key Benefits of Zithrocin 250 Tablet

  • In Treatment of Bacterial infections Zithrocin 250 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.

Side Effects of Zithrocin 250 Tablet

  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Zithrocin 250 Tablet

Alcohol
UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zithrocin 250 Tablet.

Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zithrocin 250 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.

Breast Feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zithrocin 250 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

Zithrocin 250 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CAUTION

Zithrocin 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zithrocin 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CAUTION

Zithrocin 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zithrocin 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Zithrocin 250 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Zithrocin 250 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Yes, the use of Zithrocin 250 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Zithrocin 250 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Zithrocin 250 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

Zithrocin 250 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Zithrocin 250 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Zithrocin 250 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Zithrocin 250 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Zithrocin 250 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.

Zithrocin 250 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Zithrocin 250 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Zithrocin 250 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Zithrocin 250 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Zithrocin 250 Tablet or soon after stopping it.

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Nitin Kumar, D.Pharm (UPPC Reg: 63405)Lead Registered Pharmacist · 11 years clinical experience · Drug licence RLF21DL2025001406, RLF20DL2025001420. See our medical review policy.
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