Description
Sumamed (Azithromycin) Coated Tablets 500 mg
Ingredients:
- Each coated tablet contains 500 mg of azithromycin as the active ingredient.
Dosage:
- The usual dosage of Sumamed (azithromycin) is one 500 mg tablet once daily for a prescribed number of days as directed by a healthcare provider.
Indications:
- Sumamed (azithromycin) is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Contraindications:
- Do not use Sumamed (azithromycin) if you are allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics.
Directions:
- Take Sumamed (azithromycin) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip doses or stop the medication early even if you feel better.
Scientific Evidence:
- Azithromycin, the active ingredient in Sumamed, has been extensively studied for its efficacy in treating various bacterial infections.
- Research published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy demonstrated the effectiveness of azithromycin in treating respiratory tract infections.
- Another study in the American Journal of Medicine showed that azithromycin is a well-tolerated and effective treatment for skin and soft tissue infections.
Additional Information:
- Sumamed (azithromycin) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby stopping the growth and reproduction of bacteria.
- It is commonly prescribed due to its convenient once-daily dosing and effectiveness against a wide range of bacterial pathogens.
- Clinical trials have shown that Sumamed is comparable in efficacy to other macrolide antibiotics but with the added benefit of a shorter treatment duration and lower risk of gastrointestinal side effects.
