Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

Composition of Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

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

Uses of Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

• Treatment of bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (sinusitis
• pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• bronchitis
• pneumonia)
• ear infections (otitis media)
• skin and soft tissue infections; also used for certain sexually transmitted infections (e.g.
• uncomplicated chlamydial urethritis/cervicitis) as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible bacterial infections
• Helps in respiratory tract infections
• Useful in skin and soft tissue infections
• Convenient once-daily dosing in many regimens
• Effective against certain STIs as prescribed

How Aziwin 500 mg Tablet works

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

How to take Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

Take orally as prescribed by the doctor, preferably at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food (take with food if stomach upset occurs). Swallow tablet whole with water. Complete the full course even if you feel better; 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

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

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 Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

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

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• headache
• dizziness
• altered taste

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 Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use only for bacterial infections (not viral colds/flu). Stop and seek medical help if signs of allergy occur (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty). Use with caution in liver disease; report yellowing of eyes/skin or dark urine. May cause QT prolongation/arrhythmias—use caution if you have heart rhythm disorders, low potassium/magnesium, or are taking QT-prolonging medicines. Diarrhea can occur; persistent/severe watery or bloody diarrhea may indicate C. difficile infection and needs medical attention. Use in pregnancy/breastfeeding only on medical advice.

Do not take Aziwin 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 (reduce absorption; separate dosing), warfarin/other anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk; monitor INR), digoxin (increased levels/toxicity), ciclosporin (increased levels), statins (rare myopathy risk), other QT-prolonging drugs (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, certain antipsychotics/fluoroquinolones), ergot derivatives (avoid)

How to store Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

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

Expert advice for Aziwin 500 mg Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and complete the course. Taking it with food reduces nausea unless the pack says to take it on an empty stomach.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BAL PHARMA LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Macrolide antibiotic