Description

🧪 Overview

• Active Ingredient: Azithromycin 500 mg, a macrolide antibiotic marketed by Austro Labs (Farmako)
• Class: Macrolide; Anti-infective agent (1mg, Medwiki)

✅ Uses

Azijet is commonly prescribed for treating bacterial infections such as (PlatinumRx):

• Respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis)
• Ear infections (otitis media)
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Certain sexually transmitted infections (e.g. gonorrhea, genital ulcers)
• Traveler’s diarrhea and typhoid fever

💊 How It Works

Azithromycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, preventing bacterial growth and infection progression (Farmako).

📋 Dosage & Administration

• Dosage is typically 500 mg once daily for 3–5 days, depending on the infection. Alternative regimens may include 1g single dose in specific cases (1mg, Credihealth).
• Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals; avoid antacids for 2 hours before or after dose (Farmako).
• Complete the entire prescribed course, even if symptoms improve early (PlatinumRx).

⚠️ Side Effects

Common (usually mild and temporary)

• Nausea, vomiting
• Abdominal pain, cramps, flatulence
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Headache, fatigue, dizziness
  (Medex, Credihealth)

Less Common / Serious

• Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, swelling, or photosensitivity
• Reversible elevation in liver enzymes, rare cholestatic jaundice
• Clostridioides difficile–associated diarrhea
• QT prolongation and rare arrhythmias (especially in those with preexisting heart conditions)
• Reversible hearing impairment (with prolonged/high doses)
• Temporary neutrophil count reduction
  (PlatinumRx)

🚩 Precautions & Interactions

• Allergy: Avoid in individuals allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics (Farmako).
• Heart conditions: Use cautiously in patients with QT prolongation, low potassium/magnesium, bradycardia, or those on antiarrhythmic drugs (Medwiki, Pace Hospital, Wikipedia).
• Liver disease: Use with caution; dose adjustment may be needed, monitor liver function (PlatinumRx).
• Kidney impairment: Use carefully when creatinine clearance is low; monitor renal function (PlatinumRx).
• Drug interactions:
  • Antacids (aluminium/magnesium) can reduce absorption
  • Possible interactions with ergot drugs, warfarin, digoxin, colchicine, terfenadine, hydroxychloroquine, certain HIV medications
    (PlatinumRx)
• Pregnancy & breastfeeding: Generally considered relatively safe but should be used only when necessary and under medical advice (Medex, dawaadost.com, Wikipedia).
• Sun exposure: Azithromycin may increase risk of sunburn, so limit direct sunlight or tanning beds during treatment.

📋 Summary Table

🔍 Advice Before Use

Always consult your healthcare provider before starting Azijet—especially if you have any of the following:

• Heart problems or arrhythmia
• Liver or kidney dysfunction
• Allergies to macrolide antibiotics
• Pregnant or breastfeeding status
• Current medications for potential interactions