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Macrozide 500 Tablet

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Product introduction

Macrozide 500 Tablet is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of medicines known as anti tuberculosis drugs. It is used in the treatment of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and in some cases other parts of the body.

It is an antibiotic.

Uses of Macrozide Tablet

Benefits of Macrozide Tablet

In Tuberculosis (TB)

Macrozide 500 Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Macrozide Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Macrozide

  • Jaundice
  • Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Joint pain

How to use Macrozide Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Macrozide 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Macrozide Tablet works

Macrozide 500 Tablet is an antitubercular medicine. In the body, it gets converted to pyrazinoic acid. This pyrazinoic acid inhibits fatty acid synthase I (bacterial enzyme), which is essential for bacterial growth. Thus, it works as a bacteriocidal to prohibit their growth and treats tuberculosis.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Macrozide 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Macrozide 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Macrozide 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Macrozide 500 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Macrozide 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Macrozide 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney function tests are advised before you start taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Macrozide 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Macrozide 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.

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Quick tips

  • Macrozide 500 Tablet along with other medications effectively treats tuberculosis.
  • Do not to forget a dose, as this increases the risk of the bacteria becoming resistant to the medicine, and also increases the risk of getting side effects.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Macrozide 500 Tablet as this may increase the risk of side effects on the liver.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Macrozide 500 Tablet as it may make hormonal contraceptives such as the pill less effective.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Nicotinic acid derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Mycobacterial fatty acid synthase

Patient concerns

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I am taking treatment of TB from last month but my weight is not increasing tab are macrozide 750 Rhe fd & Beplex forte how to increase weight
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Ideal methods to gain healthy weight: a] Start your day healthy with fruits(no tea/coffee). Include proteins rich foods such as fish, egg white and sprouts in your diet b] Eat right and also go for exercises. If you only eat, you won't gain much protein. You will just pile up fat and that's not good. c] Join a fitness club or gym in your locality. Make sure the instructors are well-trained. Exercises should be preferably done in the morning. I would suggest you to do a little bit of cardio for warm-up and then go for strength training to build muscle. After you finish your workout, you should take a good protein supplement within 20 minutes. d] If you would like to include additional protein supplement, buy a box of whey protein powder. Also Include acidic fruits such as orange and lemon in your diet for better protein absorption.
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My daughter is given tb medicine even though she is not infected taking these medicine will cause tb???
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, TB medicines are given only when there is indication of tuberculosis. They are for treating tuberculosis.
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FAQs

Q. What is Macrozide 500 Tablet and what is it used for?

Macrozide 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics in the treatment of tuberculosis

Q. Is Macrozide 500 Tablet bactericidal?

Macrozide 500 Tablet is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic) in certain cases and kills (bactericidal) the tuberculosis causing bacteria in other cases

Q. How does Macrozide 500 Tablet work/treat tuberculosis?

Macrozide 500 Tablet kills or stops growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action for Macrozide 500 Tablet is not known

Q. How does Macrozide 500 Tablet cause hyperuricemia and gout?

Following oral intake of Macrozide 500 Tablet, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of Macrozide 500 Tablet). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).
Related lab tests
  • Complete Blood Count
  • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
  • Mycobacterium Tuberculosis DNA PCR - Qualitative
  • Peripheral Smear Examination

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