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Ortiza 250 mg Tablet

Azithromycin (250mg)

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Ortiza 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 10`S
Best price: ₹96 (₹9.56 per tablet)
MRP: ₹101
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MEDOPHARM

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Composition of Ortiza 250 mg Tablet

Ortiza 250 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin (250mg). It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.

Uses of Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet works

Azithromycin stops the bacteria causing your infection from making the proteins they need to multiply.

How to take Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet

PregnancyConsult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
AlcoholAlcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
DrivingNot expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyUse with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
LiverConsult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Habit formingNo

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 Ortiza 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 Ortiza 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 Ortiza 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:
MEDOPHARM
Therapeutic class:
Antibiotic
Drug class:
Macrolide

Substitutes for Ortiza 250 mg Tablet

Medicines with the same active ingredient (Azithromycin (250mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

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Ortiza 250 mg Tablet FAQs

What is Ortiza 250 mg Tablet used for?
Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet?
Ortiza 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 Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet work?
Azithromycin stops the bacteria causing your infection from making the proteins they need to multiply.
Is Ortiza 250 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Ortiza 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Ortiza 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 Ortiza 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 Ortiza.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Ortiza 250 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Ortiza 250 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Ortiza 250 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Ortiza 250 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Ortiza 250 mg 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 Ortiza 250 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Ortiza 250 mg Tablet starts at ₹96 (MRP ₹101) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 250 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Ortiza 250 mg Tablet?
Ortiza 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by MEDOPHARM. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Ortiza 250 mg Tablet delivered?
Ortiza 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.

Ortiza 250 mg Tablet, Quick facts

Salt
Azithromycin (250mg)
Form
tablet
Best price
₹96 (₹9.56 per tablet)
MRP
₹101
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
MEDOPHARM
Manufacturer
MEDOPHARM
Therapeutic class
Antibiotic
Drug class
Macrolide
Habit forming
No
Variants
tablet 250 mg 10`S
Delivery
Standard across India

References

The information on Ortiza 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.

  1. PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
  2. CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
  4. National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
  5. Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Ortiza 250 mg Tablet.
  6. 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.