Azithromycin
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, once daily. May be taken with or without meals, though taking with food can minimize mild stomach upset. Do not skip doses and complete the prescribed 3-day or 5-day regimen even if symptoms improve.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and flatulence. Rare/Severe: QT interval prolongation and torsades de pointes, cholestatic jaundice/hepatotoxicity, severe allergic reactions (angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, DRESS), and Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD).
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, or any macrolide/ketolide antibiotic, and history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior azithromycin use. Caution in patients with known prolongation of QT interval, hypokalemia, or uncorrected hypomagnesemia. Maintain adequate interval of at least 2 hours between aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacids and azithromycin.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Azithromycin
Found 6 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Azithromycin Tablets 250 mg
Azithromycin is an extended-spectrum azalide subclass macrolide antibiotic. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis without affecting human nucleic acid synthesis. Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, bacterial pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and uncomplicated genital chlamydial urethritis and cervicitis.
Azithromycin Oral Suspension 100mg per 5ml
Azithromycin is an extended-spectrum azalide subclass macrolide antibiotic. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis without affecting human nucleic acid synthesis. Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, bacterial pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and uncomplicated genital chlamydial urethritis and cervicitis.
Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets 100mg
Azithromycin is an extended-spectrum azalide subclass macrolide antibiotic. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis without affecting human nucleic acid synthesis. Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, bacterial pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and uncomplicated genital chlamydial urethritis and cervicitis.
Azithromycin Tablets 500 mg
Azithromycin is an extended-spectrum azalide subclass macrolide antibiotic. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis without affecting human nucleic acid synthesis. Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, bacterial pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and uncomplicated genital chlamydial urethritis and cervicitis.
Azithromycin Oral Suspension 200 mg
Azithromycin is an extended-spectrum azalide subclass macrolide antibiotic. It acts by reversibly binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis without affecting human nucleic acid synthesis. Indicated for community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, bacterial pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and uncomplicated genital chlamydial urethritis and cervicitis.
Azithromycin Eye Drops 1% w/v
Azithromycin Eye Drops 1% w/v is an evidence-based ophthalmic/otic formulation. It acts by delivering targeted active therapeutic substances to external ocular or auditory tissues to control infection, relieve inflammation, or restore tissue homeostasis.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Azithromycin.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin Tablets 250 mg | 6's | ₹42.19 | AZEE, AZITHRAL, AZICIP, ZADY, AZIFAST | ₹69.38 | 39% Save |
| Azithromycin Oral Suspension 100mg per 5ml | 15 ml | ₹14.06 | AZEE, AZIBACT, AZICIP, AZIVENT | ₹49.13 | 71% Save |
| Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets 100mg | 10's | ₹25.31 | AZEE DT | ₹123.30 | 79% Save |
| Azithromycin Tablets 500 mg | 3's | ₹39.38 | AZINCURE, AZITHRAL, AZEE, AZICIP, AZIFORD | ₹59.55 | 34% Save |
| Azithromycin Oral Suspension 200 mg | 15 ml | ₹20.63 | AZEE, AZIMAX, AZICIP, ZITHROX, ATM | ₹48.76 | 58% Save |
| Azithromycin Eye Drops 1% w/v | 3ml Drops | ₹28.13 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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