Azamcx Tablet 10 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: July 22nd, 2023

Azamcx Tablet is a product of Mcastro Pharma

Composition: Azithromycin (250mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 209.00

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All Details About Azamcx Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Azamcx Tablet

Description:

Azamcx 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.

Azamcx Tablet is taken orally, preferably 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.

Ordinaryly 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.

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Azamcx

Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azamcx Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azamcx Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azamcx Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Azamcx Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Azamcx Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azamcx Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Azamcx Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azamcx Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. Is Azamcx Tablet safe?

Azamcx Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. 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 Azamcx Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Q. Can the use of Azamcx Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Azamcx Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can Azamcx Tablet be taken at night?

Azamcx 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 Azamcx Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. How long does it take Azamcx Tablet to work?

Azamcx 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.

Q. Why is Azamcx Tablet given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azamcx Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Revisenatively, 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.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Azamcx Tablet?

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

Q. Is Azamcx Tablet a strong antibiotic?

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

Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azamcx Tablet?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azamcx Tablet. Antibiotics such as Azamcx 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 Azamcx Tablet or soon after stopping it.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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