Azro Composition – Azithromycin (500mg)
Manufactured By – Abbott
Prescription – Prescription Required
Form – Tablet
Price – Rs 64.17
Quantity – 3 tablets in 1 strip
What is Azro?
- Azro is an antibiotic used in the treatment of infections caused by a variety of bacteria.
- Azro medicine has the advantage of once-daily dosing.
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Uses of Azro
It is prescribed for:
- Pneumonia
- Ear Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Skin infections
- Cat Scratch Disease
- Urethritis
- Cervicitis
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How does Azro work?
Azro binds to the 50S subunit of the 70S bacterial ribosomes, and therefore inhibits RNA-dependent protein synthesis in bacterial cells.
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Azro Price in India
| Specifics | Azro Price in India |
| Azro 500mg Tablet | Rs. 64.17 |
| Azro 100mg Tablet DT | Rs.15.66 |
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How to take Azro
Azro is available as a tablet and liquid to be taken by mouth, with or without food.
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Common Dosage of Azro
- For respiratory tract, Skin and soft tissue infections dose is 500 mg once daily for 3 days or 500mg on day 1 followed by 250mg on days 2 to 5.
- For typhoid, dose is 500 mg once daily for 7 days.
- For Chlamydial urethritis, dose is 1 g single dose.
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When to avoid Azro & precautions to take?
- Avoid Azro medicine if you are allergic to it or to the component present in it.
- Azro is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic impairment caused by prior use of this medicine.
- Caution is advised in patients with a known history of arrhythmias, heart diseases, liver diseases, Myasthenia Gravis.
- This medicine may cause diarrhea.
- Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients and are advised to not perform any activities that require mental alertness.
- Azro can make you sunburn more easily, thus avoid exposure to light.
Side Effects of Azro
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Difficult or painful urination
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Acid or sour stomach
- Aggression or anger
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
- Heartburn
- Dry or scaly skin
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
Effect on organs
- Gastrointestinal reactions- Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, loose stools, flatulence, vomiting, dyspepsia, stomatitis
- Hematologic reactions- Decreased lymphocyte, hematocrit, hemoglobin, or neutrophil count, increased eosinophil count, increased platelets, hematocrit, lymphocytes, basophils, monocytes, or neutrophils.
- Nervous system reactions- Headache, dizziness, paresthesia.
- Dermatologic reactions- Rash, pruritus.
- Respiratory reactions- Dyspnea.
- Musculoskeletal reactions- Arthralgia.
- Genitourinary reactions- Vaginitis or vaginal infection, dysuria, testicular disorder.
Reported allergic reactions
Symptoms of allergic reactions:
- Hives
- Rash
- Wheezing
- Difficulty breathing
Drug interactions to be careful about
Following drugs should be avoided while receiving Azro:
- Atorvastatin
- Amiodarone
- Pimozide
- Aluminium Hydroxide or Magnesium Hydroxide
- Digoxin
- Theophylline
Shows effects
The effect of this medicine can be seen within 2 to 3 hours of administration and lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days.
Storage requirements for Azro
- Keep it in an air-tight container.
- Keep it away from direct light or moisture.
- Keep it out of reach of children.
Pro tips when taking Azro
- Azro is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of different infections.
- This medicine is not recommended for use in case of a viral infection since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.
- May be taken with or without food; Azro may be better tolerated if taken with food.
- Use an SPF 30 or higher sunblock when outside and wear protective clothing as Azro can make you sunburn more easily.
FAQs
Is Azro addictive?
No
Can I have Azro with alcohol?
No
Any particular food item to be avoided?
No; not until your doctor tells you otherwise.
Can I have Azro when pregnant?
Yes; only if benefit outweigh the risks.
Can I have Azro when feeding a baby?
Yes; only if benefit outweigh the risks.
Can I drive after taking Azro?
No
What happens if I overdose on Azro?
Overdose of Azro may cause liver damage and irregular heart rhythm.
What happens if I eat expired Azro?
Expired drug may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions, thus to be on the safe side, it is important not to use expired drug.
What happens if I miss a dose of Azro?
If you miss a dose of Azro, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double dose for a missed one.
