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Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Azithromycin (500mg)
₹113MRP ₹119In stock
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Azibest 500 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Azithromycin (500mg)
Available variants: tablet 500 mg 5`S
Best price: ₹113 (₹22.62 per tablet)
MRP: ₹119
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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Azibest 500 mg Tablet
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Same salt, different brand — what does that mean?
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Azibest 500 mg Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Azibest 500 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin (500mg). It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.
Uses of Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Azibest 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of the body. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria
- helping the body clear the infection effectively. This helps reduce symptoms such as fever
- pain
- swelling
- or difficulty breathing
- depending on the site of infection. Complete the full course as prescribed to help prevent the infection from returning and to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance.
How Azibest 500 mg Tablet works
Azibest 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to the bacterial ribosome and prevents the production of essential proteins required for bacterial growth and survival, thereby stopping the infection from spreading.
How to take Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azibest 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Azibest 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, hearing disturbance and heart rhythm changes. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Azibest are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Azibest 500 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving SAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney CAUTION |
| Liver | Liver CAUTION |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem or take a medicine for one — this group can affect the heart's electrical timing. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself.
Do not take Azibest if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to macrolide antibiotics, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.
Interactions with other medicines
Interacts with a long list of medicines, including statins, some heart medicines and blood thinners — tell your doctor everything you take. Antacids reduce absorption; separate them by a couple of hours.
How to store Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Take Azibest 500mg Tablet exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better. Stopping Azibest 500mg Tablet early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat. Take Azibest 500mg Tablet at the same time each day to maintain consistent antibiotic levels in the body. Avoid taking antacids within 2 hours before or after taking Azibest 500mg Tablet, as they may affect absorption. Take Azibest 500mg Tablet with food, or it may cause stomach upset. Diarrhea may occur while taking Azibest 500mg Tablet; stay hydrated and contact your doctor if it becomes severe. Stop taking Azibest 500mg Tablet and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash, swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of heart rhythm problems before taking Azibest 500mg Tablet. Report symptoms such as palpitations, fainting, or severe dizziness promptly to your doctor. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they worsen.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Macrolide
- Chemical class:
- Aminoglycosides
Substitutes for Azibest 500 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Azithromycin (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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Azibest 500 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Azibest 500 mg Tablet used for?
Azibest 500 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
Azibest 500 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Azibest 500 mg Tablet work?
Azibest 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.
Is Azibest 500 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Azibest 500 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Azibest are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Azibest 500 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Azibest.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Azibest 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Azibest 500 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Azibest 500 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
Aziton 500 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹66 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Azibest 500 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Azibest 500 mg Tablet starts at ₹113 (MRP ₹119) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 500 mg 5`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Azibest 500 mg Tablet?
Azibest 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Azibest 500 mg Tablet delivered?
Azibest 500 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Azibest 500 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azithromycin (500mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹113 (₹22.62 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹119
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Macrolide
- Chemical class
- Aminoglycosides
- Action class
- Macrolides
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 500 mg 5`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Azibest 500 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Azibest 500 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.