ASP
ASP Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About ASP Products
Uses of ASP Products
Azithromycin 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).
ASP Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of ASP are Nausea, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea.
How ASP Products work
Azithromycin 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.
Patient Concerns about ASP Products
Frequently asked questions about ASP Products
Frequently asked questions about Azithromycin
Q. Is ASP 500mg Tablet safe?
ASP 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 ASP 500mg Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Can the use of ASP 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of ASP 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.
Q. Can ASP 500mg Tablet be taken at night?
ASP 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 ASP 500mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How long does it take ASP 500mg Tablet to work?
ASP 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.
Q. Why is ASP 500mg Tablet given for 3 days?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. ASP 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.
Q. What should I avoid while taking ASP 500mg Tablet?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking ASP 500mg Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of ASP 500mg Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as ASP 500mg Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.
Q. Is ASP 500mg Tablet a strong antibiotic?
ASP 500mg Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, ASP 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.
Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking ASP 500mg Tablet?
Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking ASP 500mg Tablet. Antibiotics such as ASP 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 ASP 500mg Tablet or soon after stopping it.