Azifred 250 Tablet

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 04 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

Azifred 250 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

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General Information

Contains

Azithromycin (250mg)

Marketer

Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited

Storage

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Product introduction

Azifred 250 Tablet is taken orally, preferably one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, headache, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration.

Do not use Azifred 250 Tablet if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that happened with the use of azithromycin. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Azifred Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Azifred Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azifred 250 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Azifred Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Azifred

Diarrhea
Headache
Nausea
Abdominal pain

How to use Azifred Tablet

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. Azifred 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Azifred Tablet works

Azifred 250 Tablet 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.

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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 Azifred 250 Tablet.
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 Azifred 250 Tablet 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

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azifred 250 Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azifred 250 Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azifred 250 Tablet 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.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Azifred 250 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Azifred 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azifred 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Azifred 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azifred 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Azifred with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Amoxycillin + Clavulanic Acid (oral)

test Mild Dizziness

Frequently asked questions

Is Azifred 250 Tablet safe?

Azifred 250 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

What if I don't get better?

You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azifred 250 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Can the use of Azifred 250 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Azifred 250 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can Azifred 250 Tablet be taken at night?

Azifred 250 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azifred 250 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

How long does it take Azifred 250 Tablet to work?

Azifred 250 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.

Why is Azifred 250 Tablet given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azifred 250 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Azifred 250 Tablet?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azifred 250 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azifred 250 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azifred 250 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.

Is Azifred 250 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Azifred 250 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azifred 250 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azifred 250 Tablet?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azifred 250 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Azifred 250 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azifred 250 Tablet or soon after stopping it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

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References

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

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Marketer details

Name: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited
Address: Manoj Industrial Premises, G.D. Ambekar Marg, Wadala, Mumbai: 400031 India

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Country of origin: India
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