Azibial 500mg Tablet contains azithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is favored in Tanzania for its once-daily dosing and short treatment courses, which improve patient adherence.
Available Product Formulations
Film-coated tablet: azithromycin 500 mg.
Uses
Community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, skin infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections (e.g., chlamydia).
How to Use
- Dosage: Adults commonly 500 mg once daily for 3 days, or as a single 1 g dose for some STIs; children receive weight-based dosing.
- Duration: Usually 1–5 days depending on infection.
Side Effects
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, headache. Rare: liver enzyme elevation, arrhythmia (QT prolongation).
Interactions
Use cautiously with other QT-prolonging drugs. Antacids may reduce absorption if taken together; separate by 2 hours.
Warnings
Not effective for viral infections. Avoid in severe hepatic impairment. Use guided by clinician to reduce resistance.
Summary of Important Information
| Active Ingredients |
Azithromycin 500 mg |
| Dosage Frequency |
Once daily |
| Starting Time |
Start after clinician’s advice |
| Duration of Use |
1–5 days |
| Common Side Effects |
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea |
| Warnings |
QT risk; liver caution; avoid antacids close to dosing |
How Azibial 500mg Tablet Works
Azithromycin binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis and stopping bacterial growth.
