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Toracin 500 Tablet 3.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Toracin 500 Tablet is a product of Fawn Incorporation
Composition: Azithromycin (500mg)

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All Details About Toracin 500 Tablet

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

Description:

Toracin 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.

Toracin 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 Toracin 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 Toracin 500 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Toracin 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. Toracin 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Toracin 500 Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Ordinary side effects of Toracin

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Kidney
CAUTION
Toracin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Toracin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Toracin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Toracin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Is Toracin 500 Tablet safe?

Toracin 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 Toracin 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

How long does it take Toracin 500 Tablet to work?

Toracin 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 Toracin 500 Tablet?

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

Is Toracin 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Toracin 500 Tablet is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Toracin 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. 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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