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Trulimax 500 mg

Azithromycin

Trulimax 500 mg 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

₹75
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Key details

Salt: Azithromycin
Available variants: 500 mg 3`S
Best price: ₹75
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: PFIZER LTD`

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

Composition of Trulimax 500 mg

Trulimax 500 mg contains Azithromycin. It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.

Uses of Trulimax 500 mg

  • 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 Trulimax 500 mg works

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

How to take Trulimax 500 mg

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. 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 Trulimax 500 mg

Most side effects of Trulimax 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 Trulimax 500 mg

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 Trulimax 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 Trulimax 500 mg

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Trulimax 500 mg

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:
PFIZER LTD`
Therapeutic class:
Antibiotic
Drug class:
Macrolide

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Trulimax 500 mg FAQs

What is Trulimax 500 mg used for?
Trulimax 500 mg 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 Trulimax 500 mg?
Trulimax 500 mg contains Azithromycin. 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 Trulimax 500 mg?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Trulimax 500 mg work?
Azithromycin stops the bacteria causing your infection from making the proteins they need to multiply.
Is Trulimax 500 mg a prescription medicine?
Yes. Trulimax 500 mg 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 Trulimax 500 mg?
The side effects reported most often with Trulimax 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 Trulimax 500 mg 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 Trulimax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Trulimax 500 mg?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Trulimax 500 mg?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Trulimax 500 mg habit forming?
No. Trulimax 500 mg is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Trulimax 500 mg cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Trulimax 500 mg starts at ₹75 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in 500 mg 3`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Trulimax 500 mg?
Trulimax 500 mg is manufactured by PFIZER LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Trulimax 500 mg delivered?
Trulimax 500 mg 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.

Trulimax 500 mg, Quick facts

Salt
Azithromycin
Best price
₹75
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
Pfizer Ltd
Manufacturer
PFIZER LTD`
Therapeutic class
Antibiotic
Drug class
Macrolide
Habit forming
No
Variants
500 mg 3`S
Delivery
Standard across India

References

The information on Trulimax 500 mg 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 Trulimax 500 mg.
  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.