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

Swithro 500 Tablet Information

Swithro 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Swithro 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Swithro 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Swithro 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Swithro 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Swithro 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Swithro 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Swithro 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Swithro 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Swithro 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Swithro 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Swithro 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Swithro Benefits & Uses
Swithro Dosage & How to Take
Swithro Side Effects
Swithro Related Warnings
Swithro Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Swithro
Swithro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Swithro 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Swithro 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Swithro 500 Tablet 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

Swithro 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Swithro 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Swithro is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Swithro 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Swithro does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Swithro 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Swithro 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Swithro rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Swithro 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Swithro is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Swithro 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Swithro 500 Tablet 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 Swithro 500 Tablet

Is this Swithro 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Swithro 500 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

Swithro 500 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Swithro 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Swithro 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Swithro 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Swithro 500 Tablet

Taking Swithro 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Swithro 500 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Swithro 500 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Swithro 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Swithro

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Swithro 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 5 years ago

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

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Swithro 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Swithro good for cold?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Swithro is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Swithro is effective for treating bacterial infections only.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Swithro without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Swithro is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Swithro treat pneumonia?

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

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