| Generic Name | Azithromycin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd |
| Packaging | strip of 3 tablets |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Macrolides |
| Habit Forming | ✓ No |
| Prescription Required | ✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug) |
Azicip 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.Azicip 500 Tablet is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic effective in killing many types of gram-positive bacteria, some types of gram-negative bacteria and other microorganisms. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection.Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration.Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Take with or without food as directed. Swallow whole, do not crush.
Common and serious side effects may include:
Note: This is not a complete list. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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