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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Nitro Organics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Axen-500 LB Tablet

Axen-500 LB Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. A bacterial infection occurs when it enters the body. Axen-500 LB Tablet is used to treat various respiratory system infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections caused by bacteria. Axen-500 LB Tablet is only effective in treating infections caused by bacteria and not effective for viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Axen-500 LB Tablet is a combination medicine containing Azithromycin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Azithromycin works by inhibiting the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. This slows bacterial growth resulting in the death of the bacteria. Lactobacillus sporogenes is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut.

Axen-500 LB Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, and indigestion. It should not be used if you are allergic to it. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction occurs. This medicine can be taken with or without food. It should be used only upon the doctor’s advice. It is advised to complete the treatment course as it can cause drug resistance. Always remember not to take more than the prescribed dose of medicine.

Axen-500 LB Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Axen-500 LB Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). Inform your doctor if you have/had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor prescribes it. It is unknown whether Axen-500 LB Tablet can be given to pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Axen-500 LB Tablet

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that treats various bacterial infections, such as:

  • 1. Treat Bacterial Infections
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  • Respiratory tract infections (e.g. bronchitis, pneumonia)
  • Throat infections (e.g. tonsillitis, pharyngitis)
  • Ear infections (e.g. otitis media)
  • Skin and soft tissue infection
  • Sexually transmitted infections (e.g. chlamydia)
  • Typhoid fever (in some cases)

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Directions for Use

  • Take Axen-500 LB Tablet as prescribed by your physician.
  • It can be taken with or without food. .
  • Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of medicine. Do not chew or crush or break the tablet.

Key Benefits

Axen-500 LB Tablet contains two medicines: Azithromycin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Azithromycin works by inhibiting the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. This slows bacterial growth resulting in the death of the bacteria. Lactobacillus sporogenes is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Axen-500 LB Tablet should be avoided if allergic to it or any other components present in it. Axen-500 LB Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). Inform your doctor if you have/had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Axen-500 LB Tablet can be given to pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Axen-500 LB Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by the paediatrician.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinAnagrelide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Co-administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Axen-500 LB Tablet but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with anagrelide may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm. If you're dealing with other cardiac illnesses, electrolyte imbalances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss likely due to serious or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting), you may be at greater risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Axen-500 LB Tablet and anagrelide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with Moxifloxacin increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside Moxifloxacin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with citalopram may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside citalopram can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with fingolimod increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside fingolimod can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Teriflunomide can cause liver issues, and combining it with Axen-500 LB Tablet, can raise the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside teriflunomide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with efavirenz increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside efavirenz can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinMethadone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with methadone increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside methadone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with leflunomide can cause liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Axen-500 LB Tablet and leflunomide, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Axen-500 LB Tablet:
Taking Axen-500 LB Tablet with papaverine increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Axen-500 LB Tablet alongside papaverine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate growth.

  • Fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.

  • Avoid giving too much calcium, or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of Axen-500 LB Tablet. 

  • Start drinking more fluids to avoid dehydration.

  • Quit smoking and alcohol consumption, as it can worsen your condition.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid alcohol consumption as Axen-500 LB Tablet may cause dizziness or make you sleepy.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Axen-500 LB Tablet. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Axen-500 LB Tablet. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Axen-500 LB Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness, or weakness. So avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Axen-500 LB Tablet. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Axen-500 LB Tablet. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

It is unknown whether Axen-500 LB Tablet is safe for use in children. Hence, consult your paediatrician before giving this medicine.

FAQs

Axen-500 LB Tablet contains Azithromycin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Azithromycin works by inhibiting the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. This slows bacterial growth resulting in the death of the bacteria. Lactobacillus sporogenes is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut.

No, Axen-500 LB Tablet is not used to treat viral infections. Axen-500 LB Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

B-37, Rajiv Nagar, Oppo, Sector 22, Rohini, Delhi, 110086
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