Skomyce 250 mg Tablet

Name: Skomyce 250 mg Tablet
Brand: AAKASH PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED
Price: 71.25 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Skomyce 250 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Azithromycin (250mg). It is used for bacterial infection, chest infection, throat infection and skin infection. It belongs to the group of medicines called Macrolide.

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Skomyce 250 mg Tablet are nausea, stomach pain, loose motions and vomiting. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Skomyce 250 mg Tablet works.

Uses

Bacterial infection
Chest infection
Throat infection
Skin infection

Benefits

In Bacterial infection: Skomyce stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply, so the body's defences can clear the infection.
In Chest infection: Skomyce treats chest infections, including the 'atypical' bacteria some other antibiotics miss, easing the cough and fever.
In Throat infection: Skomyce clears the bacteria behind a sore throat and tonsillitis, and is often chosen for people allergic to penicillin.
In Skin infection: Skomyce treats bacterial infections of the skin and soft tissue, reducing redness, swelling and pain.

Side effects

Most side effects of Skomyce are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Nausea
Stomach pain
Loose motions
Vomiting
Altered taste

Stop the medicine and get help at once 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.

How to use

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.

How it works

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

Safety advice

AlcoholCAUTION: Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingSAFE: Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTION: Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.

Warnings & 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.

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.

Quick tips

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.

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Antibiotic
Action class: Macrolide

Interaction with drugs

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.

Storage

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

Manufacturer labeling/pack information
CDSCO drug database/labels, 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 Skomyce 250 mg Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: AAKASH PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED

Good to know

Common questions

What is Skomyce 250 mg Tablet used for?

Skomyce 250 mg Tablet is commonly used for 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 are the benefits of Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

Bacterial infection: Skomyce stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply, so the body's defences can clear the infection. It is also used for chest infection, throat infection, skin infection.

What is the salt in Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

Skomyce 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 Skomyce 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 Skomyce 250 mg Tablet work?

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

Is Skomyce 250 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Skomyce 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 Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Skomyce 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 Skomyce 250 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Skomyce 250 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Skomyce.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

Limit alcohol while taking Skomyce 250 mg Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.

What if I miss a dose of Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

Take it as soon as you remember.

Is Skomyce 250 mg Tablet habit forming?

No. Skomyce 250 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Skomyce 250 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Skomyce 250 mg Tablet starts at ₹71 (MRP ₹75) 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 Skomyce 250 mg Tablet?

Skomyce 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by AAKASH PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Skomyce 250 mg Tablet delivered?

Skomyce 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.