SALT COMPOSITION
Azithromycin (500mg)
Product introduction
Azithral 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.
Azithral 500 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time. 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.
Common side effects seen with Azithral 500 Tablet include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. 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 Azithral 500 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Azithral 500 Tablet. 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.
Uses of Azithral Tablet
Benefits of Azithral Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azithral 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the 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 Azithral Tablet
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 Azithral
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
How to use Azithral 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. Azithral 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Azithral Tablet works
Azithral 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the 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.
Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azithral 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral 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.

Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azithral 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
Azithral 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CAUTION
Azithral 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azithral 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CAUTION
Azithral 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azithral 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Azithral Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Azithral 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.