Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT

Azithromycin (500mg)

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Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT 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

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Azithromycin (500mg)

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UCB India Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time. 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.

Common side effects seen with Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. 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 Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergies or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Maxithral Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections : Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including infections of the respiratory tract (such as pneumonia and bronchitis), sinus (sinusitis), ear (otitis media), skin and soft tissues, and certain sexually transmitted infections.

Benefits of Maxithral Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of the body. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping the body clear the infection effectively. This helps reduce symptoms such as fever, pain, swelling, or difficulty breathing, depending on the site of infection. Complete the full course as prescribed to help prevent the infection from returning and to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance.

Side effects of Maxithral Tablet DT

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 Maxithral

Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain

How to use Maxithral Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food.

How Maxithral Tablet DT works

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to the bacterial ribosome and prevents the production of essential proteins required for bacterial growth and survival, thereby stopping the infection from spreading.

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Quick tips

Take Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better.
Stopping Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat.
Take Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT at the same time each day to maintain consistent antibiotic levels in the body.
Avoid taking antacids within 2 hours before or after taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT, as they may affect absorption.
Take Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT with food, or it may cause stomach upset.
Diarrhea may occur while taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT; stay hydrated and contact your doctor if it becomes severe.
Stop taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash, swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of heart rhythm problems before taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT.
Report symptoms such as palpitations, fainting, or severe dizziness promptly to your doctor.
Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they worsen.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

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

Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Domperidone with Azithromycin.

Severe

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Artemether (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Artemether (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Frequently asked questions

What are the common side effects of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT may cause side effects in some people, although many tolerate it well. Common effects include stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, or dizziness. These are usually mild and improve as your body adjusts to the medicine. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor immediately if you develop severe diarrhea, rash, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, fainting, or yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Can Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT be used for cold or viral fever?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections when prescribed by a doctor. It does not work against viral illnesses such as the common cold, viral fever, or most sore throats. Using antibiotics when they are not needed can increase antibiotic resistance, so consult your doctor before starting or repeating Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT.

How long does it take Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT to work?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT usually begins working within a few hours after taking it, but noticeable improvement in symptoms may take a few days. Always complete the full course prescribed by your doctor even if you start feeling better, because stopping early may allow the infection to return.

What food or medicines should I avoid while using Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT should be taken as advised by your doctor. Some medicines, especially antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, may reduce how well it works if taken at the same time, so a gap of a few hours may be recommended. Eating simple, non-spicy meals and staying well hydrated may help reduce stomach discomfort.

Is Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT a strong antibiotic?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It stays in the body for a longer time compared with many other antibiotics, which is why it is usually taken once daily for a shorter duration.

What is Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT used for and how does it work?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial infections affecting areas such as the throat, lungs, skin, ears, or certain sexually transmitted infections. It works by blocking bacterial protein production, which stops bacteria from growing and multiplying so the immune system can clear the infection.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

If you miss a dose of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT, take the next scheduled dose at the usual time unless your doctor advises otherwise. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose because this may increase the risk of side effects.

Can Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT be taken with food?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT can generally be taken with or without food, but taking it after food may help reduce stomach discomfort in some people. Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the timing of doses.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

It is usually advisable to avoid alcohol while using Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT because alcohol may increase stomach irritation, dizziness, dehydration, or liver stress.

Who should avoid Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT should be avoided or used only with medical advice in people who are allergic to azithromycin or similar antibiotics, have severe liver disease, or previously developed liver problems with similar medicines. Extra caution is also needed in people with heart rhythm disorders, severe kidney disease, or those taking medicines that affect heart rhythm.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

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References

Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 801.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 117-20.
Azithromycin [EMC Label]. Frimley, Camberley: Sandoz Ltd.; 2018. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Maxithral Tablet DT

Benefits of Maxithral Tablet DT

Side effects of Maxithral Tablet DT

How to use Maxithral Tablet DT

How Maxithral Tablet DT works

All substitutes for Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT

Elzee 500mg Tablet DT

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Artemether (Injection Route)

Artemether (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What are the common side effects of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Can Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT be used for cold or viral fever?

How long does it take Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT to work?

What food or medicines should I avoid while using Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Is Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT a strong antibiotic?

What is Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT used for and how does it work?

What should I do if I miss a dose of Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Can Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT be taken with food?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

Who should avoid Maxithral 500mg Tablet DT?

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Habit Forming

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