Pregnancy Interaction

• Generally safe during pregnancy when used with a doctor's supervision.
• A lot of safety data demonstrates that the fetus won't be hurt too much.
• Should only be used when necessary, not for small infections.
• Safe to use when breastfeeding, but it can make babies have moderate diarrhea or a rash.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What is the purpose of Pratham 500mg?

It can be used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as:

Infection of the throat

Infection in the ear

Sinusitis

Bronchitis

Pneumonia

Typhoid (other treatment)

Infections of the skin

Some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)

Q2. Can I take it for a cold or viral fever?

No. Azithromycin does not kill viruses.

Q3. Can I take it without eating first?

Yes, although it's advisable to take it after eating to avoid feeling sick.

Q4. How many days do I need to take it?

It usually takes 3 to 5 days, depending on how bad the illness is.

Q5. Does it make your stomach hurt?

Yes, you may feel a little sick or have loose stools.

Q6. Is it safe for older people?

Yes, although you should take heart-related precautions (QT prolongation).

Expert Advice

• Even after you are better, take the whole course.
• If you use magnesium or aluminum antacids, wait two hours before taking them again.
• Take every day at the same time.
• Don't take medicine on your own; doing so can make antibiotics less effective.
• Don't drink alcohol while you're getting therapy because it makes your stomach hurt more.
• If you have any of the following, tell your doctor:
• Problems with the liver
• Problems with heart beat
• Kidney disease
• Myasthenia gravis
• Drink a lot of water.

Side Effects

• Common:
• Feeling sick
• Throwing up
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the stomach
• Not wanting to eat
• Headache
• Not as common:
• Tiredness
• Dizzy
• A little rash on the skin
• Serious (rare):
• Severe diarrhea (C. difficile infection)
• QT prolongation, or an irregular heartbeat
• Reaction to an allergen
• Damage to the liver (jaundice)
• If you have symptoms like severe diarrhea or yellowing of the eyes, get care right away.

 How It Works

• How azithromycin works:
• How it works:
• Stopping the synthesis of proteins by bacteria
• Stops microorganisms from developing and spreading
• Has a lengthy tissue retention time, thus it can be taken once a day.
• This leads to:
• ✔ Quicker healing
• ✔ A shorter course of treatment
• ✔ Works against a lot of different kinds of bacterial illnesses

Medicine Interaction

• Tell your doctor if you are taking:
• Affects the heart's rhythm:
• Antiarrhythmics
• Antidepressants
• Antipsychotic drugs
• More side effects:
• Warfarin
• Digoxin
• Cyclosporine
• Lessens absorption:
• Antacids (take two hours apart)
• Stay away from alcohol because it can make your stomach hurt more.

 How to Use

• Usually one tablet a day, as directed.
• Take with water and swallow whole.
• You can take it with or without meals, but it's best to do it after a meal.
• It is best to do it at the same time every day.
• If you forget to take a dose:
• Take as soon as you remember
• Skip if the next dose is close.
• Never take two doses at once.
• Finish the whole 3–5 day course.

 Uses / indications

• You can use the Pratham 500mg Tablet for:
• Tonsillitis and Pharyngitis
• Sinusitis
• Infections of the ear
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia acquired in the community
• Infections affecting the skin and soft tissues
• Typhoid fever (in some circumstances)
• Sexually transmitted diseases (Chlamydia, Urethritis, Cervicitis)
• Fever caused by bacteria
• Acne (long-term therapy with low doses)