Azita 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Azita Benefits & Uses

Azita is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Azita Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azita Related Warnings

Is the use of Azita safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Azita in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Azita safe during breastfeeding?

Azita does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Azita on the Kidneys?

Azita may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Azita on the Liver?

Side effects of Azita rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Azita on the Heart?

Azita may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Azita with Other Drugs

Azita should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Azita Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azita unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Azita

Is this Azita habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Azita.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azita as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Azita is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Azita is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Azita Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azita

It is safe to take Azita with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azita

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azita with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azita

Question about 5 years ago

Can Azita treat pneumonia?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Azita can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azita is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Azita treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Azita can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Azita

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Azita is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Azita cause diarrheoa?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Azita may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.