Azithromycin Tablets are a representative macrolide antibiotic. With their unique pharmacokinetic properties and broad antibacterial spectrum, they hold an important position in clinical practice.
Indications for Azithromycin Tablets
Adult Indications
Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis (caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae).
Acute bacterial sinusitis.
Community-acquired pneumonia (for patients suitable for oral treatment).
Pharyngitis/tonsillitis (as an alternative for patients who cannot tolerate first-line treatment).
Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections.
Pediatric Indications
Acute otitis media (for children aged 6 months and older).
Community-acquired pneumonia (for children aged 6 months and older).
Pharyngitis/tonsillitis (for children aged 2 years and older).
Contraindications for Use
Patients with a known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide antibiotics, or ketolide antibiotics.
Patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction following previous use of azithromycin.
Restricted Use Cases
Patients with cystic fibrosis.
Patients with hospital-acquired infections.
Patients with known or suspected bacteremia.
Patients requiring hospitalization.
Elderly or debilitated patients.
Specifications and Properties of Azithromycin Tablets
Tablet Specifications
250 mg tablets: Pink, modified capsule-shaped, scored film-coated tablets. One side is engraved with "PFIZER" and the other side with "306"; some batches are engraved with "Pfizer" and "ZTM250".
500 mg tablets: Pink, modified capsule-shaped, scored film-coated tablets, engraved with "Pfizer" and "ZTM500".
Oral Suspension Specifications
100 mg/5 mL suspension.
200 mg/5 mL suspension.
Storage Methods for Azithromycin Tablets
Storage Requirements for Tablets
Storage temperature range: 15°C - 30°C (59°F - 86°F).
Store in the original packaging with the seal intact.
Detailed Storage Rules for Suspension
Dry powder storage: Store at a temperature below 30°C (86°F).
Storage after reconstitution: Storage temperature range: 5°C - 30°C (41°F - 86°F).
Use the reconstituted suspension within 10 days.
Discard any remaining medicinal solution immediately after complete administration.
