Azithral 5D Tablet

Azithral 5D Tablet is an azithromycin antibiotic tablet made by Alembic Pharmaceuticals, India. Each tablet contains azithromycin in the labeled strength, and it is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. As a macrolide antibiotic, Azithral 5D Tablet is prescribed for infections where a doctor believes azithromycin is an appropriate choice.

How it works: Azithromycin works by stopping bacteria from making proteins they need to grow and multiply. In tablet form, Azithral 5D Tablet is swallowed and absorbed into the body so the medicine can reach the infection site.

Azithral 5D Tablet is a tablet strength intended for people who can swallow tablets and who have been assessed by a clinician for azithromycin treatment. Compared with Azithral 100 Suspension, this tablet form is generally better suited for older children or adults who need a solid oral dosage form rather than a liquid, while Azithral Eye Ointment is for eye use only and is not interchangeable with this oral tablet. Because this is a labeled tablet strength, a doctor may choose it for convenience, adherence, and predictable oral dosing.

• Bacterial throat and tonsil infections
• Certain ear infections
• Some sinus infections
• Some respiratory tract infections
• Certain skin and soft tissue infections
• Other azithromycin-susceptible bacterial infections as prescribed

• Swallow Azithral 5D Tablet with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed; the schedule may be once daily or another doctor-directed schedule depending on the infection.
• You may take it with or without food, but taking it with food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not crush or chew unless your pharmacist or prescriber specifically says the tablet can be altered.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Azithral 5D Tablet provides the labeled dose of azithromycin in one tablet, so the number of tablets and days of treatment depend on the infection being treated. This strength is not a one-size-fits-all starting dose; a doctor decides how often it should be taken and whether the daily maximum is one tablet or a different schedule based on the prescription. Follow the exact directions on your prescription label, because azithromycin dosing varies by condition and patient factors.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Azithromycin may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain or cramping
• Vomiting
• Loose stools
• Headache
• Dizziness

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart rhythm problems or a prolonged QT interval.
• Use caution if you have low potassium or magnesium, since these can increase heart rhythm risk.
• Let your prescriber know about liver disease before taking Azithral 5D Tablet.
• Avoid taking it with antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium at the same time unless your clinician instructs you otherwise.
• Tell your doctor about any past allergy to azithromycin, erythromycin, or other macrolide antibiotics.
• Do not use this antibiotic for viral infections, because it will not help and may cause antibiotic resistance.
• If you feel dizzy after taking it, avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Digoxin
• Drugs that can prolong the QT interval, such as some antiarrhythmics, antipsychotics, and certain antidepressants
• Ergot medicines used for migraines

Store Azithral 5D Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from moisture and excess heat.