Azyris 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.

Introduction:
Azyris 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.

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. Azyris 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Azyris 500 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 Azyris 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 Azyris 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 Azithromycin 500mg tablet safe?
  Azithromycin 500mg tablet is generally considered safe when used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration, as advised by your doctor.


• What if I don't notice any improvement in my symptoms?
  If you do not experience any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azithromycin 500mg tablet, or if your symptoms worsen, inform your doctor immediately.


• Can Azithromycin 500mg tablet cause diarrhea?
  Yes, the use of Azithromycin 500mg tablet can cause diarrhea. This is because it kills not only the harmful bacteria but also the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to diarrhea.


• Can I take Azithromycin 500mg tablet at night?
  Azithromycin 500mg tablet is usually prescribed once daily. Take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food.


• How long does it take Azithromycin 500mg tablet to work?
  Azithromycin 500mg tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it, and 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.


• Why is Azithromycin 500mg tablet given for 3 days?
  The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azithromycin 500mg tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days; the dosage regimen may vary depending on the specific case.


• What should I avoid while taking Azithromycin 500mg tablet?
  It is generally recommended that patients taking Azithromycin 500mg tablet avoid taking any antacid with this medicine, as it can affect the overall effectiveness of Azithromycin 500mg tablet. Exposure to sunlight or tanning beds should also be avoided.


• Is Azithromycin 500mg tablet a strong antibiotic?
  Azithromycin 500mg tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azithromycin 500mg tablet has a longer half-life.


• Can I get a yeast infection from taking Azithromycin 500mg tablet?
  Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azithromycin 500mg tablet. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as sore or vaginal itching, discharge, white patches in the mouth or tongue.