Azitaps 250 mg (Azithromycin Hydrate)

Adult dose

○ Adults 1) Sexually transmitted infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis: Administer azithromycin 1g (potency) as a single dose. 2) Other indications - 3-day regimen: Administer azithromycin 500mg (potency) once daily for 3 days [total dose 1.5g (potency)]. - 5-day regimen: Administer 500mg (potency) as a single dose on the first day. From the second day, administer 250mg (potency) once daily for 4 days [total dose 1.5g (potency)]. ○ Older adults Administer the same dosage and regimen as for adults.

Child dose

○ Children (45Kg or more) Administer the same dose as for adults.

This medication is a macrolide antibiotic and may cause allergic reactions; therefore, if signs of hypersensitivity appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. After using antibiotics, if diarrhea or abdominal pain occurs, it may indicate a serious colitis caused by Clostridium difficile, so careful observation is necessary. This medication should not be administered to patients with allergies to certain antibiotics or those taking ergot alkaloid preparations. Patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function should use this medication cautiously, and if symptoms of liver dysfunction appear, use should be discontinued immediately. During usage, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort may occur, and rarely side effects like hearing loss or rashes may develop. This medication may affect heart rhythm; therefore, patients with heart disease or electrolyte abnormalities should exercise special caution. Patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsening of symptoms, so it is essential to consult a doctor before taking this medication. There may be interactions with other medications; thus, if currently taking any other medications, it is essential to inform the healthcare provider, especially caution is needed when combined with antacids or certain anticoagulants, immunosuppressants, etc. In pregnancy or during breastfeeding, this medication should only be administered when necessary, and nursing mothers should consult a physician regarding continued breastfeeding. Elderly patients may have an increased risk of cardiac side effects and should take particular care to avoid exceeding the recommended dosage. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately, and this medication should be kept out of reach of children.

Angioedema, anaphylaxis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, diarrhea, mild neutropenia, hearing loss, hearing impairment, tinnitus, auditory disturbance, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, liver function abnormalities, rash, vascular edema, moniliasis, vulvovaginitis, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, granulocytopenia, shock, anaphylactic symptoms, loss of appetite, aggressive reaction, neurosensitization, excitement, anxiety, dizziness, convulsions, headache, hyperactivity, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, sensory loss, syncope, taste/olfactory disturbances and loss, palpitations, ventricular tachycardia, arrhythmia, QT prolongation, Torsades de pointes, hypotension, dyspepsia, constipation, pseudomembranous colitis, pancreatitis, pyloric stenosis, tongue discoloration, hepatitis, jaundice, cholestatic jaundice, liver necrosis, liver failure, itching, photosensitivity reactions, edema, urticaria, angioedema, erythema multiforme, arthralgia, rhabdomyolysis, myalgia, feeling of exhaustion, elevated CK, increased myoglobin in blood and urine, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, asthenia, fatigue, lethargy, fever, cough, dyspnea, abnormal chest X-ray, eosinophilia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container away from air and moisture, ideally at a cool temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Doing so will help maintain its effectiveness over time.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP) × 3]