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Zithium DS Oral Sus
Azithromycin (100mg/5ml)
Zithium DS Oral Sus is used for zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated August 2026
₹47₹3.15 per ml
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Key details
Salt: Azithromycin (100mg/5ml)
Available variants: oral oral 15ML
Best price: ₹47 (₹3.15 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALKEM LAB
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Composition of Zithium DS Oral Sus
Zithium DS Oral Sus contains Azithromycin (100mg/5ml).
Uses of Zithium DS Oral Sus
- Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils
- sinus
- ear
- nose
- throat
- skin and soft tissues
- and lungs (pneumonia).
How Zithium DS Oral Sus works
Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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 the missed dose of Zithium DS Oral Sus as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
If you take too much
Taking more Zithium DS Oral Sus than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.
Side effects of Zithium DS Oral Sus
Most side effects of Zithium DS Oral Sus 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus
| Pregnancy | Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension 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 | Consult doctor |
| Kidney | Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Habit forming | No |
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Zithium DS Oral Sus. Some combinations can change how Zithium DS Oral Sus works or raise the chance of side effects.
How to store Zithium DS Oral Sus
Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ALKEM LAB
Substitutes for Zithium DS Oral Sus
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Azithromycin (100mg/5ml)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Zithium DS Oral Sus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azilide DTMICRO LABS | tablet · 3`S | ₹24 | 48% cheaper |
| Zady-100MANKIND (PHARMA) | 3`S | ₹30 | 38% cheaper |
| Azilide 100 Redimed Oral SuspensionMICRO LABS | suspension · 15 Ml | ₹37 | 23% cheaper |
| Azibact Kid TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 3`S | ₹39 | 18% cheaper |
| Zithrox 100 SuspensionMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | suspension · 15ML | ₹49 | 5% more |
| Azee 100 Dry SyrupCIPLA LIMITED | syrup · 15ML | ₹52 | 10% more |
| Azithral Kidtab Tablet | tablet · 5 Tablet | ₹61 | 29% more |
| Zithium 250 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 6`S | ₹75 | 58% more |
| Aziprl 100 mg SusPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | 30ML | ₹83 | 74% more |
| Zithrox XL 100 SusMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 30ML | ₹96 | 102% more |
| Atm XL 100 SyrupIndoco Remedies Ltd | syrup · 30ML | ₹103 | 118% more |
| Atm XL 200 SyrupIndoco Remedies Ltd | syrup · 30ML | ₹109 | 131% more |
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Zithium DS Oral Sus FAQs
What is Zithium DS Oral Sus used for?
Zithium DS Oral Sus is commonly used for Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Zithium DS Oral Sus contains Azithromycin (100mg/5ml). 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Zithium DS Oral Sus work?
Zithium 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension is an antibiotic.
Is Zithium DS Oral Sus a prescription medicine?
Yes. Zithium DS Oral Sus 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus?
The side effects reported most often with Zithium DS Oral Sus 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus be taken during pregnancy?
Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zithium DS Oral Sus.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Consult doctor
What if I miss a dose of Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Take the missed dose of Zithium DS Oral Sus as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Is Zithium DS Oral Sus habit forming?
No. Zithium DS Oral Sus is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Azilide DT has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹24 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Zithium DS Oral Sus starts at ₹47 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in oral oral 15ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Zithium DS Oral Sus?
Zithium DS Oral Sus is manufactured by ALKEM LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Zithium DS Oral Sus delivered?
Zithium DS Oral Sus 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.
Zithium DS Oral Sus, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azithromycin (100mg/5ml)
- Form
- oral
- Best price
- ₹47 (₹3.15 per ml)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ALKEM LAB
- Manufacturer
- ALKEM LAB
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- oral oral 15ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Zithium DS Oral Sus 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.
- Manufacturer labeling/pack information
- CDSCO drug database/labeling norms, established medical literature
- 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 Zithium DS Oral Sus.
- 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.