Azibact 500 Tablet: View Uses, Side Effects, Price and Substitutes

Azibact 500 Tablet

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Manufacturer Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition Azithromycin (500mg)

₹ 117.11

MRP ₹ 119.50

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Information about Azibact 500 Tablet

Description:

Azibact 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

Uses / Indications:

Bacterial infections

Interactions / Warnings:

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azibact 500 Tablet.

Pregnancy interaction:

Azibact 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.

Expert advice:

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food. Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azibact 500 Tablet. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Stop taking Azibact 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Azibact Vomiting Nausea Abdominal pain Diarrhea

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. Azibact 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works:

Azibact 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.

Faq for medicine:

Q. Is Azibact 500 Tablet safe? Azibact 500 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. Q. What if I don't get better? You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azibact 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately. Q. Can the use of Azibact 500 Tablet cause diarrhea? Yes, the use of Azibact 500 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. Q. Can Azibact 500 Tablet be taken at night? Azibact 500 Tablet are usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at anytime 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 Azibact 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts. Q. How long does it take Azibact 500 Tablet to work? Azibact 500 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice 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 you doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat. Q. Why is Azibact 500 Tablet given for 3 days? The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azibact 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most of the 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, it is important that you stick to the regime advised by your doctor. Q. What should I avoid while taking Azibact 500 Tablet? Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azibact 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azibact 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning bed as Azibact 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn. Q. Is Azibact 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic? Azibact 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic which is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azibact 500 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 short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half life and are usually given twice, thrice or four times a day. Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azibact 500 Tablet? Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azibact 500 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Azibact 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine which are responsible to prevent thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also inform your doctor if you get white mouth or tongue after taking Azibact 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.