Azithro-Natrapharm

Azithro-Natrapharm

azithromycin

Manufacturer:

Natrapharm

Distributor:

Natrapharm
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Azithromycin monohydrate
Indications/Uses
Treatment of resp tract infections including otitis media; uncomplicated genital, skin & soft tissue infections. Prophylaxis & as a component in the treatment regimen of Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC).
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult 500 mg as a single daily dose for 3 days or initially 500 mg followed by 250 mg daily for a further 4 days. Chancroid & uncomplicated genital infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis 1 g as a single dose. Uncomplicated gonorrhea 2 g as a single dose. Granuloma inguinale Initially 1 g followed by 500 mg daily or 1 g once wkly for at least 3 wk. Prophylaxis of disseminated MAC infections 1.2 g once wkly. Mild or moderate typhoid caused by multidrug-resistant strains 500 mg once daily for 7 days.
Administration
May be taken with or without food: May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.
Contraindications
Severe hepatic impairment. Concomitant use w/ pimozide.
Special Precautions
Drug Interactions
Al- or Mg-containing antacids; lovastatin or other HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors; quinine; nelfinavir; cyclosporin, digoxin, ergot alkaloids, phenytoin; pimozide.
MIMS Class
Macrolides
ATC Classification
J01FA10 - azithromycin ; Belongs to the class of macrolides. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Azithro-Natrapharm tab 500 mg
Packing/Price
3's (P287.56/box)
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