Description
AZICIN TABS 500 MG – Pack of 3
Azicin contains Azithromycin 500 mg, a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
✅ Key Features
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High-dose, single-strength tablets in a pack of 3
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Long-acting antibiotic formulated for once-daily dosing
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Excellent tissue penetration and accumulation in infection sites
🩺 Common Uses
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Respiratory infections: bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis/tonsillitis
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Ear and skin/soft tissue infections
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Genital infections like urethritis and cervicitis; chancroid
💊 Dosage
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Adults typically take 500 mg once daily for 3 days, or 500 mg on day 1 followed by 250 mg daily for 4 additional days
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Shake off-coated tablets may be taken with or without food; consider taking with food if it causes stomach upset
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For single-dose treatments (e.g., chancroid), a 1 g dose may be prescribed
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Complete the full course even if you feel better early
⚠️ Precautions
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Not effective against viral infections
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Avoid if allergic to macrolides like erythromycin or clarithromycin
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Use caution if you have liver, kidney, heart rhythm issues, or low potassium or magnesium
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May cause QT prolongation—inform your doctor if taking heart medications
⚠️ Possible Side Effects
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Common: nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, headache
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Less common but serious: severe diarrhea from C. difficile, liver problems, allergic reactions such as rash or breathing difficulty
🗄️ Storage
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Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat
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Keep out of reach of children
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