Azifast (Azithromycin)


Brand Name: Azifast

Generic Name: Azithromycin

Manufacturer/Agent: Ipca


Formulation: tabs

Strength: 500mg

Pack size: 3

Trade Price: KES 227.00

Retail Price: @ KES 100.89


Class: Antibacterials: Macrolides (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C38H72O12N2.H2O = 785.0

Precautions: Pregnancy and lactation. hypersensitivity to macrolide antibiotics.

Indications/Uses: Sensitive microorganisms in respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, genital clamydial infections; otitis media. 500mg once daily for 3 days, on empty stomach.

Interactions: Antacids. digoxin. warfarin. terfenadine. theophylline.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. elevation of liver enzymes. cholestatic jaundice. dizziness. somnolence.