Zetro Capsules 250mg

Zetro Capsules 250mg is a capsule made by Getz Pharma Ltd that contains Azithromycin 250mg, a macrolide antibiotic. It is used for throat and tonsil infections, chest infections, pneumonia, sinusitis, ear infections, typhoid fever, skin infections and some sexually transmitted infections. Pack size: 10 capsules.

Uses of Zetro Capsules 250mg

Zetro Capsules 250mg is used for bacterial infections of the throat, tonsils, sinuses, ears and chest, including bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. It is also used for skin infections, some sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, and in Pakistan it is often prescribed for typhoid fever. Its short course, often three to five days, makes it convenient.

How Zetro Capsules 250mg works

Azithromycin stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. It builds up in body tissues and stays there for several days, which is why a short course keeps working after the last dose.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Zetro Capsules 250mg include:

• Diarrhoea or loose stools
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Headache

Get medical help straight away if you notice a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, a severe rash, or swelling of the face or throat.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have heart rhythm problems, low potassium or magnesium, or liver disease.
• Let your doctor know about other medicines you take, as some interact with azithromycin.
• Keep a gap between Zetro Capsules 250mg and antacids containing aluminium or magnesium.
• Complete the full course exactly as prescribed.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use it only on your doctor’s advice.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Zetro Capsules 250mg online in Pakistan

Order Zetro Capsules 250mg from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Azithromycin by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.