Used For:

• Azax 500 is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms.Common indications include:Respiratory tract infections:Pharyngitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumoniaEar, nose, and throat (ENT) infectionsSkin and soft tissue infectionsUrogenital infections:Urethritis, cervicitis (including Chlamydia trachomatis)Typhoid fever (as an alternative in resistant cases)Traveler’s diarrhea (certain cases)Community-acquired pneumoniaMycoplasma or atypical bacterial infections

Contraindications:

• Do not use Azax 500 in:Hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, or other macrolide antibioticsSevere liver dysfunction (azithromycin is metabolized in the liver)History of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic impairment after prior macrolide useSevere renal impairment (use with caution)Known QT prolongation or concurrent use of drugs that prolong QT interval (e.g., amiodarone, quinidine)

Side Effects:

• Most side effects are mild and transient:Common:Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal painLoss of appetiteHeadache or dizzinessFatigue

Precautions:

• Liver disease: use cautiously and monitor liver function if prolonged.Heart conditions: avoid in patients with history of arrhythmia or prolonged QT interval.Kidney impairment: dose adjustment may be required.Pregnancy & breastfeeding: generally considered safe, but use only if prescribed.Do not take with antacids (especially those containing aluminum or magnesium) — they reduce azithromycin absorption.Avoid missing doses; complete the full course to prevent resistance.

Dietary Restrictions:

• Take on an empty stomach — 1 hour before or 2 hours after food for best absorption.Avoid alcohol — it can reduce effectiveness and increase liver strain.Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.Avoid antacids, dairy products, or calcium/iron supplements within 2 hours of taking the medicine (may reduce absorption).Maintain a light, non-spicy diet during antibiotic therapy to reduce gastric irritation.