Zithrokem 500mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Composition Azithromycin (500mg)
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Zithrokem 500mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic. This antibiotic is used to treat various bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, skin, nose, and ears. It can be also used with other antibiotics to treat certain infections caused by sexually transmitted organisms like Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, etc.
Uses / Indications:
Bacterial infections
Interactions / Warnings:
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Zithrokem 500mg Tablet
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Faq for medicine:
A: Yes, Zithrokem is an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides. It can be used to treat bacterial sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, pneumonia and many other if caused by micro-organisms sensitive to Zithrokem. It should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q: Is Zithrokem used for treating a cold and sore throat?
A: Zithrokem is used to treat cold and sore throat only if there is an underlying bacterial infection present. Please consult your doctor before taking Zithrokem in these conditions.
Q: Is Zithrokem safe?
A: Zithrokem is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Zithrokem good for tonsillitis?
A: Zithrokem can be used for the treatment of tonsillitis. However, there are antibiotics which are preferred over Zithrokem for its treatment. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for tonsillitis.
Q: Is Zithrokem banned?
A: No, Zithrokem is not a banned medicine. However, it is available on prescription by a physician.
Q: Can Zithrokem be used to treat a fever?
A: Fever is a symptom which could be due to an underlying infection like bacterial, viral or fungal. Zithrokem can be used for the treatment of bacterial infections only. Please take advice from your physician before taking any antibiotic for fever as it is important to identify the type of infection causing fever.
Q: Is Zithrokem used for urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Zithrokem is not recommended for the treatment of urinary tract infection (UTI). Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for the treatment of UTI.
Q: Is Zithrokem good for acne?
A: Zithrokem can be used for the treatment of acne. Clinical studies have shown a good efficacy of Zithrokem in the treatment of acne. However, it is always advised that you should consult to your physician before taking any antibiotics for your infections.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem with paracetamol?
A: Zithrokem can be taken with paracetamol as no drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two medicines. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem with omeprazole?
A: Zithrokem can be taken with omeprazole as no interactions have been clinically observed between the two medicines. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem with ibuprofen?
A: Zithrokem can be taken with ibuprofen as no interactions have been clinically observed between the two medicines. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem with esomeprazole?
A: Zithrokem can be taken with esomeprazole as no drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two medicines. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem with birth control pills (oral contraceptives) : No interactions have been clinically observed between Zithrokem and birth control pills (oral contraceptives). However, this does not mean interactions cannot occur. Please talk to your doctor if you have been advised to take Zithrokem and you are already taking birth control pills (oral contraceptives).?
Q: Does Zithrokem treat a cough?
A: No, Zithrokem cannot treat a cough. Cough is a symptom which represents an underlying disease or an infection. Zithrokem can help in relieving cough only if it would be effective in treating the underlying infection. Please talk to your doctor before taking any medicine for your cough.
Q: Does Zithrokem affect sperm?
A: Zithrokem has not been reported to affect sperms.
Q: Does Zithrokem cause drowsiness?
A: No, Zithrokem does not cause drowsiness. Please consult your doctor if you experience drowsiness while taking Zithrokem.
Q: Does Zithrokem cause diarrhea?
A: Diarrhea (loose stools) is a very common side effect of Zithrokem. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhea while taking Zithrokem.
Q: Does Zithrokem affect fertility?
A: Zithrokem is not known to affect fertility in humans. Inadequate data is available for humans. Please consult your doctor if you have concerns regarding the same.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for throat infection caused by streptococcus?
A: Yes, Zithrokem can be taken for throat infection caused by streptococcus. However, this an alternative medicine for the same. There are other antibiotics available which could be more effective in the treatment of streptococcal throat infections. Please take the advice from your doctor before taking any antibiotics.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for a toothache (tooth pain)?
A: Zithrokem would be helpful in a toothache (tooth pain) only when there is an underlying infection which is causing the pain. Please talk to your doctor before taking Zithrokem or any other antibiotic for relief of a tooth pain.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for the flu?
A: No, Zithrokem is not recommended for the treatment of flu (influenza infection). Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing the signs and symptoms of flu (influenza infection) before taking any medicines including antibiotics like Zithrokem as this is a viral infection and taking any antibiotics would not help in this condition.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for a sinus infection?
A: Yes, Zithrokem can help to treat a bacterial sinus infection. However, as always advisable, antibiotics should only be taken only when the infection is properly diagnosed by the doctor and then antibiotics are taken as advised.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for yeast infection?
A: Zithrokem is an antibiotic (works against a bacterial infection). It does not have any action against the yeast (fungal) infection.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for chlamydia?
A: Yes, Zithrokem can be taken for chlamydial infection. However, it is always advisable to take antibiotics only when recommended by a doctor, in the doses advised.
Q: Can I take Zithrokem for tooth infection?
A: Zithrokem can be taken to treat tooth infection. However, it is always advisable to take antibiotics only when recommended by a doctor to treat the infection.
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