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Vetaz 500mg Tablet

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Vetaz 500mg Tablet is a product of Vertex India Healthcare

Composition: Azithromycin (500mg)

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

Description:

Vetaz 500mg 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.

Vetaz 500mg 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 Vetaz 500mg 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 Vetaz 500mg Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Vetaz 500mg 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. Vetaz 500mg 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 Vetaz

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

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

FAQs:

Is Vetaz 500mg Tablet safe?

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

How long does it take Vetaz 500mg Tablet to work?

Vetaz 500mg 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 Vetaz 500mg Tablet?

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

Is Vetaz 500mg Tablet a strong antibiotic?

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