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Azirest 250 Tablet
Azithromycin (250mg)
₹117MRP ₹123In stock
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Azirest 250 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 (250mg)
Available variants: tablet 250mg 10`S
Best price: ₹117 (₹11.69 per tablet)
MRP: ₹123
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: DEEKAY LIFE SCIENCE
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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Composition of Azirest 250 Tablet
Azirest 250 Tablet contains Azithromycin (250mg). It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.
Uses of Azirest 250 Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250 Tablet works
Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250 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. Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250 Tablet
Most side effects of Azirest 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 Azirest 250 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 Azirest 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 Azirest 250 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 Azirest 250 Tablet
Take Azirest 250mg Tablet exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better. Stopping Azirest 250mg Tablet early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat. Take Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250mg Tablet, as they may affect absorption. Take Azirest 250mg Tablet with food, or it may cause stomach upset. Diarrhea may occur while taking Azirest 250mg Tablet; stay hydrated and contact your doctor if it becomes severe. Stop taking Azirest 250mg 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 Azirest 250mg 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:
- DEEKAY LIFE SCIENCE
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Macrolide
- Chemical class:
- Aminoglycosides
Substitutes for Azirest 250 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Azithromycin (250mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Azirest 250 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azeltra 250 Tablet | 1X6 | ₹66 | 43% cheaper |
| Azilab 250 mg Tablet | 6 | ₹67 | 42% cheaper |
| Azibest 250 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 6`S | ₹68 | 42% cheaper |
| Azivo 250 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹69 | 41% cheaper |
| Aziprl 250 mg TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 40% cheaper |
| Azid 250 mg TabletINDI PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 40% cheaper |
| Zen Azi 250 TabletKAIZEN LABORATORIES PVT LTD.` | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 40% cheaper |
| Azax 250 TabletSoftdeal Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tablet · 6 Tablet | ₹70 | 40% cheaper |
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| Azusic-250 mg TabletJANRICSAN PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹71 | 39% cheaper |
| Azifast 250 TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 6`S | ₹71 | 39% cheaper |
| Aziclass 250 mg TabletAPEX LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 6`S | ₹71 | 39% cheaper |
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Azirest 250 Tablet FAQs
What is Azirest 250 Tablet used for?
Azirest 250 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 Azirest 250 Tablet?
Azirest 250 Tablet contains Azithromycin (250mg). 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 Azirest 250 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 Azirest 250 Tablet work?
Azirest 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.
Is Azirest 250 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Azirest 250 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 Azirest 250 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Azirest 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 Azirest 250 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Azirest.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Azirest 250 Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Azirest 250 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Azirest 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Azirest 250 Tablet habit forming?
No. Azirest 250 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Azirest 250 Tablet?
Azeltra 250 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 Azirest 250 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Azirest 250 Tablet starts at ₹117 (MRP ₹123) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 250mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Azirest 250 Tablet?
Azirest 250 Tablet is manufactured by DEEKAY LIFE SCIENCE. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Azirest 250 Tablet delivered?
Azirest 250 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.
Azirest 250 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azithromycin (250mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹117 (₹11.69 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹123
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- DEEKAY LIFE SCIENCE
- Manufacturer
- DEEKAY LIFE SCIENCE
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Macrolide
- Chemical class
- Aminoglycosides
- Action class
- Macrolides
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 250mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Azirest 250 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 Azirest 250 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.