Introduction

Uses of Azalid 500

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Azalid 500

Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How to use Azalid 500

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azalid 500 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Azalid 500 works

Azalid 500 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.

What if you forget to take Azalid 500?

If you miss a dose of Azalid 500, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azalid 500.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Azalid 500 and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azalid 500.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Azalid 500 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Azalid 500 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nThere may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Azalid 500 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Azalid 500 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azalid 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Azalid 500 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azalid 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.