Azithom-250 Tablet (6)

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  • Manufactured by: OM Biotec
  • Contains / Salt: Azithromycin (250 mg)

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) Benefits & Uses

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azithom-250 Tablet (6) is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Azithom in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) safe during breastfeeding?


    Azithom does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Azithom on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) on the Liver?


    Azithom has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) on the Heart?


    Side effects of Azithom rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Azithom-250 Tablet (6) with Other Drugs

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate


Azithom-250 Tablet (6) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithom-250 Tablet (6) unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Azithom-250 Tablet (6)

  • Is this Azithom-250 Tablet (6) habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Azithom-250 Tablet (6) is addictive.

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


    Azithom-250 Tablet (6) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Azithom-250 Tablet (6) only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Azithom-250 Tablet (6) is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Azithom-250 Tablet (6) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Azithom-250 Tablet (6)


    Taking Azithom-250 Tablet (6) with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Azithom-250 Tablet (6)


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azithom-250 Tablet (6) with alcohol will be.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azithom-250 Tablet (6)

Question about 7 years ago

Can Azithom treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Azithom 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 almost 7 years ago

Can I take Azithom with proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole, esomeprazole, and omeprazole)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Azithom can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.

Question over 7 years ago

What is Azithom

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Azithom 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 about 7 years ago

Can Azithom treat pneumonia?

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

Yes, Azithom 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, Azithom is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question over 6 years ago

Can I take Azithom with oral contraceptive pills?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azithom and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754


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