Uses, Side Effects, Price of Macrozide 1500 Tablet :

Macrolide 1500 tablets is an antibiotic that belongs to a group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis medicines. It is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and, in some cases, other parts of the body.

Macrozide 1500 tablet is given with at least one other anti-tuberculosis medicine. It works by killing the responsible bacteria. It should be used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. This medication can be taken with or without food, preferably at the scheduled time each day to avoid missing a dose. Don't miss a dose and do the entire treatment even if you feel better. Discontinuation prematurely can lead to treatment failure and worsening of side effects. Tell your doctor about any change in your weight, as the dose of this medicine depends on the person's total body weight. Any change in body weight may require dose adjustment.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose as this could increase the side effects.

Tell your doctor if you get any symptoms of jaundice, e.g.yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach or joint pain. Hepatitis (a viral infection of the liver), increased liver enzymes and joint pain can also occur as side effects of this medicine. A doctor should be consulted as these side effects require medical attention and may require dose adjustment.

Your doctor may monitor your liver function during treatment with this medicine. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can have other negative effects on the liver. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF MACROZIDE TABLET .

• Tuberculosis (TB)

BENEFITS OF MACROZIDE TABLET :

• For Treatment of uberculosis (TB)

Macrolide 1500 Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. It stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria and helps cure infections. Take the dose and time recommended by your doctor. Symptoms may improve before the infection clears completely. Do not stop taking the medicine without first talking to your doctor as this may cause your infection to come back or get worse. Follow your doctor's instructions for 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

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

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQs:

Q1.What Macrozide 1500 Tablet is and what it is used for? Macrozide 1500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics to treat tuberculosis.

Q2. Are Macrozide 1500 tablets antibacterial? Macrozide 1500 Tablet is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. In some cases inhibits bacterial growth (bacteriostatic) and in others kills tuberculosis bacteria (bactericidal)

Q3. How do Macrozide 1500 tablets work/treat tuberculosis? Macrolide 1500 Tablet kills or stops the growth of the bacteria responsible for tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action of Macrozide 1500 tablets is not known.