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Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
Azithromycin (250mg)
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Macrozac 250 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, throat infection and skin infection.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Azithromycin (250mg)
Available variants: tablet 250 mg 6`S
Best price: ₹63 (₹10.48 per tablet)
MRP: ₹66
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: LINUX LABORATORIES`
Ordering notes
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Composition of Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
Macrozac 250 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin (250mg). It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.
Uses of Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
- This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection
- chest infection
- throat infection and skin infection.
Key benefits
- Useful when penicillin cannot be used
- Short courses are often sufficient
How Macrozac 250 mg Tablet works
Azithromycin stops the bacteria causing your infection from making the proteins they need to multiply.
How to take Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or just after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Macrozac are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Loose motions
- Vomiting
- 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| 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 Macrozac 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 Macrozac 250 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 Macrozac 250 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:
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Macrolide
Substitutes for Macrozac 250 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Azithromycin (250mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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| Azeltra 250 Tablet | 1X6 | ₹66 | 5% more |
| Azilab 250 mg Tablet | 6 | ₹67 | 7% more |
| Azibest 250 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 6`S | ₹68 | 8% more |
| Azivo 250 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹69 | 10% more |
| Aziprl 250 mg TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 11% more |
| Azid 250 mg TabletINDI PHARMA | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 11% more |
| Zen Azi 250 TabletKAIZEN LABORATORIES PVT LTD.` | tablet · 6`S | ₹70 | 11% more |
| Azax 250 TabletSoftdeal Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tablet · 6 Tablet | ₹70 | 12% more |
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| Azifast 250 TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 6`S | ₹71 | 13% more |
| Aziclass 250 mg TabletAPEX LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 6`S | ₹71 | 14% more |
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Macrozac 250 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Macrozac 250 mg Tablet used for?
Macrozac 250 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, throat infection and skin infection. 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
Macrozac 250 mg 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Macrozac 250 mg Tablet work?
Azithromycin stops the bacteria causing your infection from making the proteins they need to multiply.
Is Macrozac 250 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Macrozac 250 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Macrozac are Nausea, Stomach pain, Loose motions, Vomiting, Altered taste. 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Macrozac.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Macrozac 250 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Macrozac 250 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Macrozac 250 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Macrozac 250 mg Tablet starts at ₹63 (MRP ₹66) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 250 mg 6`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Macrozac 250 mg Tablet?
Macrozac 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by LINUX LABORATORIES`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Macrozac 250 mg Tablet delivered?
Macrozac 250 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.
Macrozac 250 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azithromycin (250mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹63 (₹10.48 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹66
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Manufacturer
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Macrolide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 250 mg 6`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Macrozac 250 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 Macrozac 250 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.