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Pratham 500 Tablet is a product of Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Composition: Azithromycin (500mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Pratham 500 Tablet

Description:

Pratham 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.

Pratham 500 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time. 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.


Ordinary side effects seen with Pratham 500 Tablet include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. 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.


Do not use Pratham 500 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Pratham 500 Tablet. 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:

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

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

Ordinary side effects of Pratham

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pratham 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pratham 500 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
Pratham 500 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
Pratham 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pratham 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pratham 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Pratham 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pratham 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Is Pratham 500 Tablet safe?

Pratham 500 Tablet is safe if 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 Pratham 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

How long does it take Pratham 500 Tablet to work?

Pratham 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.

What should I avoid while taking Pratham 500 Tablet?

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

Is Pratham 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Pratham 500 Tablet is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Pratham 500 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 period. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

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

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