Azikem 500mg Tab 6s

What it is used for: Bacterial Infection.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: It is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria and other micro-organisms.

How it works: The mechanism of action of azithromycin is based on the suppression of bacterial protein synthesis, that is to say that it binds to the ribosomal 50s sub-unit and inhibits the translocation of peptides. Azithromycin acts bacteriostatic.

Active ingredient: Azithromycin.

Reported side effects: Sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body) , severe or prolonged diarrhoea, which may have blood or mucus in it, during or after treatment with Zithromax as this may be a sign of serious bowel inflammation , severe skin rash causing redness and flaking , rapid or irregular heartbeat , low blood pressure , Serious skin reactions: blistering of the skin, mouth, eyes and genitals (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)) , blistering of the skin, severe skin reaction.

Known drug interactions: Ergot or ergotamine , Warfarin , Ciclosporin , Antacids , Digoxin , Colchicine (used for gout and familial Mediterranean fever) , Terfenadine .

Adults : 500mg once daily for 3 days taken atleast 1 hr before or 2hr after food . Children : Under 3yr (upto 15kg) , 10mg/kg , 3-7yr : 125mg , 8-11yr : 188mg , 12-14yr : 250mg . All as a single daily dose for 3 days , taken atleast 1 hr before or 2hr after food. INJ : IV : Adults : Community -acquired pneumonia : 500 mg as a single dose for atleast 2 days , followed by oral single daily dose of 500mg for 7-10 days . Consult your doctor or Pharmacist for dose adjustment.

Active ingredient: Azithromycin. Labelled strength: 500mg.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Azikem Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: United Arab Emirates.