Azmin 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 30.00 (8's pack: ৳ 240.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Azithromycin dihydrate |
| Company | Modern pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Sinusitis
- Pharyngitis
- Otitis media
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Non-gonococcal urethritis
- Cervicitis
Pharmacology
- Time to peak concentration in adults
- High concentration in phagocytes
- Active transport to the site of infection
- Release of large concentrations during phagocytosis
- High concentration in tissues
- Ion trapping
- High lipid solubility
- Biliary excretion
- Plasma clearance
- Terminal elimination half-life
- Microbial protein synthesis inhibition
Dosage
- Adult dosage
- Pediatric dosage
- Dosage for sexually transmitted diseases
- Dosage for community-acquired pneumonia
- Dosage for pelvic inflammatory disease
- Intravenous dosage
Administration
- Oral administration
- Reconstitution procedure for suspension
- Preferable timing in relation to meals
Interaction
- Interaction with antacids
- Interaction with carbamazepine
- Interaction with cyclosporin
- Interaction with digoxin
- Interaction with ergot derivatives
- Interaction with methylprednisolone
- Interaction with theophylline
- Interaction with warfarin
- Effect on terfenadine pharmacokinetics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to azithromycin or macrolide antibiotics
- Co-administration with ergot derivatives
- Hepatic diseases
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side-effects
- Allergic reactions
- Reversible elevations in liver transaminases
- Cholestatic jaundice
- Reductions in neutrophil counts
- Hearing impairment
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Lack of evidence in pregnant women
- Caution in breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Rare serious allergic reactions
- Long period of observation and treatment for severe allergic reactions
Use in Special Populations
- Absence of dose adjustment for mild renal impairment
- Caution in severe renal impairment
- Avoidance in patients with hepatic disease
- Lack of effect on driving or machinery operation
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 the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula
- Chemical Structure
Common Questions about Azmin 500 mg Tablet
- What is Azmin 500 mg Tablet?: Description of the medication's action
- What are the uses of Azmin 500 mg Tablet?: Indications for use
- What are the Side Effects of Azmin 500 mg Tablet?: List of potential side effects
- What are the instructions for storage and disposal Azmin 500 mg Tablet?: Guidelines for storage and disposal
- Can the use of Azmin 500 mg Tablet cause diarrhea?: Potential side effect of diarrhea
- Is Azmin 500 mg Tablet safe?: Safety confirmation at prescribed doses
- Is Azmin 500 mg Tablet an antibiotic?: Classification of the medication as an antibiotic
- What if I don't get better even after taking Azmin 500 mg Tablet?: Instructions for persistent symptoms
- Quick Tips:
- Do not skip doses
- Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after food
- Avoid antacids 2 hours before or after
- Management of diarrhea
- Immediate discontinuation for severe allergic reactions