Information

AZITHRO-100 is brand name of Azithromycin 100mg. Azithromycin is an antibiotic drug which is mostly used to treat respiratory tract infections, skin infections and some sexually transmitted diseases.

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Therapeutic Class

An Azalide, a subclass of Macrolide Antibiotics.

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Dose and Direction of Use

• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Take the medication once a day as per the direction.
• Measure the amount of the suspension accurately.
• Take the medication half an hour before food.
• Follow the guidence for dose adjustment and time period of medication.

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Mode of Action

Azithromycin binds to the 23S rRNA of the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit. It blocks protein synthesis by inhibiting the transpeptidation/translocation step of protein synthesis and by inhibiting the assembly of the 50S ribosomal subunit.

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Uses

• Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Community-acquired pneumonia
• Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections
• Urethritis and cervicitis
• Genital ulcer disease
   

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Contraindications

Don't use this medicine if you have:

• Hypersensitivity to Azithromycin
• History of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin

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Precautions and Warning

• For the best effect, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times.
• Stopping the medication too early on your own may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a return of the infection.  So, complete the whole prescribed time.
• If you take an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium, wait at least 2 hours before or after taking azithromycin as it can decrease the absorption of Azithromycin.
• Don't take extra dose for the missed one.
• Consult with doctor about health conditions for the dosage and time period of the medication.

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