Azithrogen 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (2 x 12: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 180.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Azithromycin dihydrate |
| Company | Biogen pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Otitis media
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Non-gonococcal urethritis
- Cervicitis
Pharmacology
- Oral administration
- Absorption on an empty stomach
- High concentration in phagocytes
- Active transport to site of infection
- Large concentrations released during phagocytosis
- High concentration in tissues
- Biliary excretion
- Microbial protein synthesis inhibition
Dosage
- 500 mg once daily orally for 3 days
- Treatment of Chlamydia trachomatis in adults
- Azithromycin injection for IV infusion
- Doses for children based on body weight
Administration
- Reconstitution procedure for suspension
- Timing of intake in relation to meals
Interaction
- Antacid interaction
- Carbamazepine interaction
- Cyclosporin interference
- Digoxin impact
- Ergot derivatives contraindication
- Methylprednisolone interaction
- Theophylline co-administration
- Warfarin impact
- Terfenadine effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Azithromycin
- Ergot derivatives co-administration
- Hepatic diseases
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side-effects
- Allergic reactions
- Elevations in liver transaminases
- Rare cases of cholestatic jaundice
- Reductions in neutrofil counts
- Reversible hearing impairment
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- No evidence of harm to the fetus
- Caution in breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of serious allergic reactions
- Long period of observation and treatment
Use in Special Populations
- No dose adjustment in mild renal impairment
- Caution in severe renal impairment
- Avoid use in hepatic impairment
- No effect on ability to drive or use machines
Overdose Effects
- Typical symptoms of macrolide antibiotic overdosage
- Gastric lavage and supportive measures
Storage Conditions
- Dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C38H72N2O12
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Common Questions
- Description of tablet action
- Uses of 500 mg tablet
- Side effects of tablet
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Diarrhea as a side effect
- Safety of tablet use
- Classification as an antibiotic
- Instructions for lack of improvement
- Quick tips for tablet use