Azilide 500mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Azilide 500mg Tablet

Azithromycin(500mg)

food interaction for Azilide Tablet

alcohol interaction for Azilide Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Azilide Tablet

lactation interaction for Azilide Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Azilide 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azilide 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Azilide 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Azilide 500mg Tablet

Azithromycin(500mg)

Azilide tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).

How azilide tablet works

Azilide 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.

Common side effects of azilide tablet

Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain

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Expert advice FOR Azilide Tablet

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and be harder to treat.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azithromycin.
  • Stop taking Azithromycin and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Frequently asked questions FOR Azilide 500mg Tablet

Azithromycin

Q. Is Azilide 500mg Tablet safe?
Azilide 500mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. 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 Azilide 500mg Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. How long does it take Azilide 500mg Tablet to work?
Azilide 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.
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Q. What should I avoid while taking Azilide 500mg Tablet?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azilide 500mg Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine, as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azilide 500mg Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azilide 500mg Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.
Q. Is Azilide 500mg Tablet a strong antibiotic?
Azilide 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azilide 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 01 January, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)