Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Composition of Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Azibres 500 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin (500mg). It belongs to the Macrolide antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Azibres 500 mg Tablet

• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as upper and lower respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• sinusitis
• bronchitis
• community-acquired pneumonia)
• skin and soft tissue infections
• otitis media
• and certain sexually transmitted infections (e.g.
• uncomplicated chlamydial urethritis/cervicitis) as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Treats bacterial respiratory infections
• Helps in ENT infections like sinusitis/tonsillitis
• Useful in skin and soft tissue infections
• Once-daily dosing convenience
• Effective against susceptible atypical pathogens

How Azibres 500 mg Tablet works

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. This stops growth and replication of susceptible bacteria, helping clear the infection.

How to take Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed. Usually taken once daily; may be taken with or without food (take with food if stomach upset occurs). Swallow tablet with water and complete the full prescribed course; do not skip doses.

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 Azibres 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 Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Azibres are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• headache
• dizziness
• rash

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 Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use only for bacterial infections (not for viral illnesses). Use with caution in liver disease and in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction with prior macrolide use. May prolong QT interval—use caution/avoid in patients with known QT prolongation, arrhythmias, low potassium/magnesium, or when taking other QT-prolonging drugs. Severe allergic reactions and severe skin reactions (SJS/TEN) are rare but possible—seek urgent care if rash, facial swelling, breathing difficulty occurs. Diarrhea may indicate C. difficile infection; seek medical advice if severe/persistent. Not recommended for self-medication; follow clinician guidance.

Do not take Azibres 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

Antacids containing aluminium/magnesium (separate dosing), warfarin and other anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk/monitor INR), digoxin (increased levels), ciclosporin (increased levels), statins (rare myopathy risk), other QT-prolonging medicines (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, certain antipsychotics/fluoroquinolones), ergot derivatives (avoid)

How to store Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Azibres 500 mg Tablet

Take Azibres 500mg Tablet exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better. Stopping Azibres 500mg Tablet early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat. Take Azibres 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 Azibres 500mg Tablet, as they may affect absorption. Take Azibres 500mg Tablet with food, or it may cause stomach upset. Diarrhea may occur while taking Azibres 500mg Tablet; stay hydrated and contact your doctor if it becomes severe. Stop taking Azibres 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 Azibres 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:

OMNICEUTICS HEALTHCARE

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Macrolide antibiotic

Chemical class:

Aminoglycosides