Description

🩺 What Is Azijet 250 Tablet?

Azijet 250 contains Azithromycin 250 mg, a macrolide-class antibiotic marketed by Austro Labs Ltd (NetForHealth). It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis to stop bacterial growth.

✅ Uses

Azijet is prescribed to treat various bacterial infections, including:

• Respiratory tract infections: pneumonia, bronchitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis
• Ear infections (otitis media)
• Skin and soft‑tissue infections (acne, cellulitis, etc.)
• Some sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea
• Gastrointestinal infections like typhoid or traveler’s diarrhea (Dawaa Dost, Farmako)

Note: It is ineffective against viruses, such as those responsible for colds or flu (Dawaa Dost).

⏱️ How It Works & Dosing

• Azithromycin works by blocking bacterial protein synthesis through binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, thereby inhibiting bacteria growth (Dawaa Dost).
• Usually taken once daily, with or without food. Recommended timing is 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals for best absorption (Farmako).
• Complete the full course even if feeling better—it prevents relapse or antibiotic resistance (Dawaa Dost).

⚠️ Common & Serious Side Effects

Common (often mild):

• Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting
• Diarrhea (may be due to disruption of gut flora)
• Headache, dizziness
• Indigestion, fatigue (Dawaa Dost, Farmako)

Rare but serious:

• Allergic reactions: rash, itching, facial/throat swelling, breathing difficulty (Dawaa Dost)
• Heart rhythm disturbances: QT prolongation, arrhythmias—use cautiously with other QT‑prolonging drugs or electrolyte imbalances (Medwiki, Medwiki)
• Liver toxicity: raised liver enzymes; avoid if hepatic dysfunction (1mg, Dawaa Dost, Medwiki)
• Photosensitivity: increased risk of sunburn—use sunscreen or cover up (Farmako)
• Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD) in some patients (Medwiki)
• Rare reports of hearing difficulties or tendonitis (PlatinumRx)

🚨 Precautions & Who Should Be Cautious

• Liver or kidney impairment: monitor functions, dose adjust if needed (Dawaa Dost)
• Heart conditions or arrhythmias: avoid if QT-risk factors present (Medwiki, Medwiki)
• Pregnant or breastfeeding: consult prescriber; limited human data (some resources regard it safe under supervision) (PlatinumRx)
• Allergy to macrolides: must not be used
• Avoid antacids containing magnesium or aluminum within 2 hours before/after to prevent absorption interference (Medwiki, getomeds.com)
• Sun exposure: increased sensitivity; use protection (apollopharmacy.in, Dawaa Dost)

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