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Toub-AZ 500 Tablet

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
azm
Storage
Store below 25°C

Product introduction

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Toub-AZ Tablet

Benefits of Toub-AZ Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Toub-AZ 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 Toub-AZ

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea

How to use Toub-AZ 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. Toub-AZ 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Toub-AZ 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Toub-AZ 500 Tablet
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Quick tips

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides

Patient concerns

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Omitting after zifi AZ kid tablet.
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or give opinion or advice medicine. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking into consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination and reports of investigations of patient. Final diagnosis is done after doing investigations if needed. Advice given without doing clinical examination and diagnosis can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient. Please visit me or any other Paediatrician.
i have common cold & my medicine loxof az 500 has been banned. levomac 500 is not working for me. can you refer me an alternate medicine ?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
why u need antibioticjust take CTZ plus twice daily for 3 days
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FAQs

Q. Can Toub-AZ 500 Tablet be taken at night?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Toub-AZ 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. How long does it take Toub-AZ 500 Tablet to work?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.

Q. Why is Toub-AZ 500 Tablet given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Toub-AZ 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.

Q. Is Toub-AZ 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Toub-AZ 500 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Toub-AZ 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.

Q. Is Toub-AZ 500 Tablet safe?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. What if I don't get better?

You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Q. Can the use of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can Toub-AZ 500 Tablet be taken at night?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Toub-AZ 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. How long does Toub-AZ 500 Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Toub-AZ 500 Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Why is Toub-AZ 500 Tablet given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regimen advised by your doctor.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Toub-AZ 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Toub-AZ 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.

Q. Is Toub-AZ 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Toub-AZ 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Toub-AZ 500 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Toub-AZ 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Toub-AZ 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.

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Marketer details

Name: Toubib Pharma Private Limited
Address: SCF 278, 1st Floor, Motor Market, Near Post Office, Manimajra, Chandigarh-160101, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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