Azithro 250 mg Tablet

Azithro 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic tablet that contains 250 mg of azithromycin in each tablet. It belongs to the macrolide class of medicines and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Azithro 250 mg Tablet for infections affecting the respiratory tract, skin, ears, or some sexually transmitted infections when azithromycin is appropriate.

How it works: Azithromycin works by stopping bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. In tablet form, Azithro 250 mg Tablet delivers this medicine in a swallowed dose that starts acting after it is absorbed into the body.

Azithro 250 mg Tablet is a lower-strength azithromycin tablet that is often used when a doctor wants flexible dosing, such as a multi-day regimen or a step-down dose after a higher first dose. Because it comes as a standard 250 mg tablet, it can be easier to tailor treatment than higher-strength forms, but the exact schedule still depends on the infection being treated and the prescriber’s plan.

• Certain bacterial respiratory infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Ear infections
• Some sexually transmitted infections
• Other doctor-directed bacterial infections

• Swallow Azithro 250 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, at the same time each day if you are told to take it daily.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food may help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically tells you to.
• Finish the full prescribed course, even if you start to feel better before it is done.

Each Azithro 250 mg Tablet provides 250 mg of azithromycin, so the number of tablets per dose can vary based on the infection and the treatment plan. It may be taken once daily or in a specific schedule set by the doctor, and the total amount per day should follow the prescription exactly. Do not take more than directed, because the correct dose and duration depend on the condition being treated.

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
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Loose stools

• Use caution if you have a history of heart rhythm problems or a long QT interval.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of jaundice with antibiotics.
• Tell your prescriber about all medicines you take, because azithromycin can interact with several drugs.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so the benefits and risks can be reviewed.
• Do not use this antibiotic for a viral infection, because it will not help.
• If you develop severe diarrhea, do not treat it on your own without medical advice.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or unwell after taking Azithro 250 mg Tablet.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Digoxin
• Certain heart rhythm medicines such as amiodarone or sotalol
• Some antacids containing aluminum or magnesium
• Other medicines that can also affect heart rhythm

Store Azithro 250 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from moisture and excess heat.