Azithro 250mg 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.

Introduction:
Azithro 250mg 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.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

How to Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azithro 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Azithro 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.

Quick Tips:

• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
• Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
• Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azithro 250mg Tablet.
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
• Stop taking Azithro 250mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Interacting Drugs:

• Astemizole
• Disopyramide
• Ebastine
• Lovastatin

FAQs:

• Is Azithro 250mg Tablet safe to use?
  Yes, Azithro 250mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. It's essential to follow the dosage instructions provided by your healthcare professional to ensure its safe and effective use.


• What should I do if I don't notice any improvement in my symptoms after taking Azithro 250mg Tablet?
  If you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azithro 250mg Tablet, or if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately. They will assess the situation and provide further guidance on how to proceed.


• Can Azithro 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
  Yes, the use of Azithro 250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea as it kills both harmful bacteria and good bacteria in your stomach or intestine. If you experience severe diarrhea while taking Azithro 250mg Tablet, talk to your doctor about it.


• Can I take Azithro 250mg Tablet at night?
  Azithro 250mg Tablet is usually prescribed once daily and can be taken at any time of the day. However, remember to take it at the same time each day. It's best to take the tablet preparation with or without food, but you must take Azithro 250mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor.


• How long does it take for Azithro 250mg Tablet to work?
  Azithro 250mg Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor, as stopping the treatment prematurely can cause the infection to come back and become more difficult to treat.


• Why is Azithro 250mg Tablet given for a specific duration?
  The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. In most cases, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days, or it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. You must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.


• What should I avoid while taking Azithro 250mg Tablet?
  It's generally recommended that patients taking Azithro 250mg Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as it can affect the overall effectiveness of Azithro 250mg Tablet. Additionally, exposure to sunlight or tanning beds increases the risk of sunburn while taking Azithro 250mg Tablet.


• Is Azithro 250mg Tablet a strong antibiotic?
  Yes, Azithro 250mg Tablet is an effective antibiotic used for treating many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azithro 250mg Tablet has a longer half-life, which allows it to stay in the body for a long time and be given once daily.


• Can I get a yeast infection from taking Azithro 250mg Tablet?
  Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azithro 250mg Tablet. Antibiotics can kill the normal bacteria in your intestine responsible for preventing thrush, so inform your doctor if you experience symptoms like soreness, vaginal itching, or discharge, or a white patch on the tongue or mouth.