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

Azifast 500 Tablet Information

Azifast 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azifast 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Azifast 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Azifast 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azifast 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azifast 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Azifast 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azifast 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Azifast 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Besides this, Azifast 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Azifast 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Azifast 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Azifast 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Azifast 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

Azifast 500 Tablet Related Warnings

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

Azifast is safe for pregnant women.

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

Azifast is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

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

Azifast rarely harms the kidneys.

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

Very few cases of side effects of Azifast on the liver have been reported.

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

Side effects of Azifast rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Azifast 500 Tablet Contraindications

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

Is this Azifast 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Azifast 500 Tablet has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azifast 500 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Azifast 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Azifast 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azifast 500 Tablet

It is safe to take Azifast 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifast 500 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Azifast 500 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azifast 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Azifast

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Azifast 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 discontinue Azifast on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Azifast on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Azifast work in the body?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Azifast is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Azifast safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Azifast is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Azifast treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Azifast 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.