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Trulimax 500 MG Tablet

Manufacturer :  Pfizer Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Azithromycin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Trulimax 500 MG Tablet

This medication belongs to a group of macrolide antibiotics useful for treating numerous infections caused by bacteria like middle ear infections, traveler's diarrhea. It is also used to treat a number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections including gonorrhea and chlamydia.

You should not use this drug without consulting a doctor if you :

    What are the uses of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet

    • Community Acquired Pneumonia

    • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

    • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

    • Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

    What are the contraindications of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    • Liver Damage

    What are the side effects of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of dose administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendency has been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      As low levels of this medicine is excreted through human breast milk monitoring of possible side effects like Diarrhoea, Candidiasis is necessary.

    What are the substitutes for Trulimax 500 MG Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Trulimax 500 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug inhibits protein synthesis by binding itself to 50S ribosomal subunits of the sensitive micro-organism. It infringes with transpeptidation and translocation and thus inhibits protein synthesis and cell growth.

      What are the interactions of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with atorvastatin, amiodarone, pimozide, digoxin and theophylline.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication should not be used if you are suffering from QT prolongation, liver disease and myasthenia gravis.

      FAQs about Trulimax 500 MG Tablet

      • Ques : What is Trulimax 500 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Trulimax 500 mg is a medication which has Azithromycin as an active ingredient present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the production of bacterias in bacterial cell membrane.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Trulimax tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like community-acquired pneumonia, Pharyngitis, Nongonococcal Urethritis and Cervicitis.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Trulimax 500 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Abdominal pain, heartburn, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, vomiting, etc are possible side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Trulimax 500 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Trulimax should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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