Azithromycin 500mg and Ambroxol 60mg

Category:- Antibiotics-arv | Type:- Tablet

Composition:
Each tablet contains:
Azithromycin dihydrate USP
eq. to Azithromycin 500 mg

Pharmacological Classification:
Macrolide antibiotic

Introduction:

Azithromycin is an azalide antibiotic derived by the incorporation of a methyl-substituted nitrogen atom into the lactone ring of the macrolide nucleus. This substitution imparts more favorable pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties to the drug, namely a wide antibacterial spectrum, greater tissue penetration and longer elimination half-life.

Dosage and Directions for use:

Mild to moderate Bacterial Exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pneumonia, Pharyngitis / Tonsilitis and Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections (>15 years of age): 500mg as a single dose on the 1st day followed by 250mg once daily on days 2 through 5 for a total dose of 1.5g or 500 mg once daily for 3 days. 

Sexually Transmitted Diseases, including Urethritis & Cervicitis due to C. trachomatis and N. Gonorrhoeae: Single dose of 1 g. 

Administer at least 1 hr before or 2 hrs after a meal. Azithromycin should not be taken with food.