Azithrocin 250 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 25.00 (1 x 10: ৳ 250.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Azithromycin dihydrate |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Type of Product
- Medicine
Brand
- Azithrocin
Dosage Form
- Tablet
- Oral Suspension
- Injection
Strength
- 250 mg
- 500 mg
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Otitis media
Mode of Action
- Acid-stable and orally bioavailable
- Peak concentration in 2.1 to 3.2 hours
- Active transport to site of infection
- Bacteriostatic levels maintained for several days
- Binding to 50S ribosomal subunit
Pharmacology
- High concentration in phagocytes
- Polyphasic pattern of plasma concentration decline
- Terminal elimination half-life of 68 hours
- Biliary excretion as a major elimination route
- Active against various aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms
Dosage
- 500 mg once daily orally for 3 days
- Oral dosage for children based on body weight
- 500 mg as a single daily dose by intravenous route
Administration
- Oral administration at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meal
- Reconstitution procedure for oral suspension
Interaction
- Interaction with antacids, carbamazepine, cyclosporin, digoxin, ergot derivatives, methylprednisolone, theophylline, warfarin, terfenadine
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Azithromycin or macrolide antibiotics
- Co-administration with ergot derivatives
- Hepatic diseases
Side Effects
- Mild to moderate gastrointestinal side effects
- Allergic reactions including rash and photosensitivity
- Reversible elevations in liver transaminases
- Rare cases of cholestatic jaundice
- Reversible hearing impairment with prolonged use
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- No evidence of harm to fetus in animal studies
- Caution needed during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Rare serious allergic reactions reported
- Caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
Use in Special Populations
- No dose adjustment needed in mild renal impairment
- Not recommended in severe renal impairment
- Not to be used in patients with hepatic disease
Overdose Effects
- Typical symptoms of overdose with macrolide antibiotics
- Gastric lavage and general supportive measures indicated
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C38H72N2O12
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