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Cipla Azicip 500 Uses and Side Effects (Simple Language, 200 Words)

Azicip 500 (by Cipla) contains Azithromycin 500 mg, an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is commonly prescribed for throat infections, tonsillitis, sinusitis, ear infections, skin infections, chest infections like bronchitis and pneumonia, and some sexually transmitted infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping the body recover from infection.

Doctors usually prescribe it once daily for 3 to 5 days, depending on the type of infection. It should be taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after food, with plenty of water.

Common Side Effects include:

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

• Stomach pain

• Vomiting

• Headache

These are usually mild and temporary.

Less Common or Serious Side Effects:

• Irregular heartbeat

• Severe diarrhea

• Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

• Liver problems (dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin)