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Zathrin 500 mg Tablet
Azithromycin(500.0 Mg)
₹120MRP ₹127In stock
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Zathrin 500 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(500.0 Mg)
Available variants: tablet 500 mg 5`S
Best price: ₹120 (₹24.08 per tablet)
MRP: ₹127
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: FDC LIMITED
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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet
Zathrin 500 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin(500.0 Mg). It belongs to the Macrolide class of medicines.
Uses of Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet works
Zathrin 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
How to take Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Zathrin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Vomiting Nausea Abdominal pain Diarrhea
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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Zathrin 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Zathrin 500 Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.<br>There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby. |
| Alcohol | It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Zathrin 500 Tablet. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Zathrin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zathrin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Zathrin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zathrin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| 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 Zathrin 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 Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 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:
- FDC LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Macrolide
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Zathrin 500 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Zathrin 500 mg Tablet used for?
Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet?
Zathrin 500 mg Tablet contains Azithromycin(500.0 Mg). 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 Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet work?
Zathrin 500 Tablet is an antibiotic.
Is Zathrin 500 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Zathrin are Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea. 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 Zathrin 500 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Zathrin 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zathrin.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zathrin 500 mg Tablet?
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Zathrin 500 Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Zathrin 500 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Zathrin 500 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Zathrin 500 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Zathrin 500 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Zathrin 500 mg Tablet starts at ₹120 (MRP ₹127) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 500 mg 5`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Zathrin 500 mg Tablet?
Zathrin 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by FDC LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Zathrin 500 mg Tablet delivered?
Zathrin 500 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.
Zathrin 500 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azithromycin(500.0 Mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹120 (₹24.08 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹127
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- FDC Ltd
- Manufacturer
- FDC LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Macrolide
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 500 mg 5`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Zathrin 500 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 Zathrin 500 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.