Azitwell 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections including respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye infections, as well as typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

Introduction:
Azitwell 500 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a variety of bacterial infections. It is commonly used to treat infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eyes in both adults and children. Additionally, it is effective in treating typhoid fever and certain sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea. While generally well-tolerated, it is important to complete the full course of treatment to prevent the infection from returning and becoming harder to treat. Common side effects may include diarrhea, and in rare cases, allergic reactions such as itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, and breathing difficulties.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

How to Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Azitwell 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Azitwell 500 Tablet is an antibiotic that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This action 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 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 Azitwell 500 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 Azitwell 500 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 Azitwell 500 Tablet safe?
  Azitwell 500 Tablet is safe when used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.


• What if I don't get better?
  You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azitwell 500 Tablet. Additionally, if your symptoms worsen, inform your doctor immediately.


• Can the use of Azitwell 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?
  Yes, the use of Azitwell 500 Tablet can cause diarrhea. This is because the antibiotic kills harmful bacteria, but also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, consult your doctor about it.


• Can Azitwell 500 Tablet be taken at night?
  Azitwell 500 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azitwell 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.


• How long does it take Azitwell 500 Tablet to work?
  Azitwell 500 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. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back, which may be more difficult to treat.


• Why is Azitwell 500 Tablet given for 3 days?
  The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azitwell 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, 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. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.


• What should I avoid while taking Azitwell 500 Tablet?
  Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azitwell 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azitwell 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azitwell 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.


• Is Azitwell 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?
  Azitwell 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azitwell 500 Tablet has a longer half-life, which means it stays in the body for a longer time, allowing it to be given once a day for a short span of time. Other antibiotics have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.


• Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azitwell 500 Tablet?
  Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azitwell 500 Tablet. Antibiotics like Azitwell 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azitwell 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.