Azibest 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Azibest 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.
Azibest 500mg Tablet is taken orally, preferably one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. 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.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, headache, and diarrhea. 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 Azibest 500mg Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that happened with the use of azithromycin. 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 of Azibest Tablet
Benefits of Azibest Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azibest 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Azibest Tablet
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
Common side effects of Azibest
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
How to use Azibest Tablet
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. Azibest 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Azibest Tablet works
Azibest 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azibest 500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Azibest 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
Azibest 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.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Azibest 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Azibest 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azibest 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Azibest 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azibest 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Azibest Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Azibest 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azibest 500mg Tablet.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Azibest 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Azibest with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Domperidone with Azithromycin.
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Azibest 500mg Tablet
Once A Day
77%
Twice A Day
16%
Thrice A week
6%
What are you using Azibest Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
62%
Typhoid fever
19%
Bacterial ski*
12%
Others
6%
*Bacterial infections, Bacterial skin infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
43%
Average
30%
Excellent
27%
What were the side-effects while using Azibest 500mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
33%
Abdominal pai*
33%
Diarrhea
17%
Nausea
17%
*No Side Effect, Abdominal pain
How do you take Azibest Tablet?
With food
67%
Empty stomach
17%
With or witho*
17%
*With or without food
Please rate Azibest 500mg Tablet on price
Average
61%
Expensive
39%
FAQs
Is Azibest 500mg Tablet safe?
Azibest 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 Azibest 500mg Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Can the use of Azibest 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Azibest 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Can Azibest 500mg Tablet be taken at night?
Azibest 500mg Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azibest 500mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.
How long does it take Azibest 500mg Tablet to work?
Azibest 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.
Why is Azibest 500mg Tablet given for 3 days?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azibest 500mg Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.
What should I avoid while taking Azibest 500mg Tablet?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azibest 500mg Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azibest 500mg Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azibest 500mg Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.
Is Azibest 500mg Tablet a strong antibiotic?
Azibest 500mg Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azibest 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 span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.
Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azibest 500mg Tablet?
Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azibest 500mg Tablet. Antibiotics such as Azibest 500mg Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azibest 500mg Tablet or soon after stopping it.
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