Atral 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis, acne, ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. 

Atral 500mg Tablet contains azithromycin, which slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Atral 500mg Tablet does not treat a viral infection like the flu or a common cold.

Not everyone who is taking Atral 500mg Tablet will get these side effects. Some common side effects of Atral 500mg Tablet are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. These side effects are temporary and may resolve on their own over time. However, if these side effects persist, don't hesitate to contact your doctor.

Atral 500mg Tablet should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. The Atral 500mg Tablet should not be consumed in a dose exceeding the recommended amount to avoid unpleasant side effects. Also, the course should be completed even if you feel better.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Atral 500mg Tablet, or have any history of liver problems, muscle problems, arrhythmia, or low potassium or magnesium levels.  Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Atral 500mg Tablet can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Atral 500mg Tablet.

Atral 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Atral 500mg Tablet are as follows:<br/> 

• Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Atral 500mg Tablet is commonly prescribed for managing bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.<br/> 
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Atral 500mg Tablet effectively treats skin conditions like cellulitis and other soft tissue infections caused by bacteria that respond to this medication.<br/> 
• Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Atral 500mg Tablet is widely used in the treatment of STIs such as Chlamydia and gonorrhea, due to its efficacy against the bacteria responsible for these diseases.<br/> 
• Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Atral 500mg Tablet is also employed in the treatment of otitis media, a middle ear infection often seen in children, to alleviate symptoms and combat the infection.<br/>

• Atral 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow Atral 500mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Atral 500mg Tablet slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival.
• It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin.
• Doctors prescribe Atral 500mg Tablet for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. 

• Avoid taking Atral 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or other macrolide antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you have any history of liver problems, jaundice, myasthenia gravis, heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level).
• In rare cases, the use of Atral 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Atral 500mg Tablet and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medication until your doctor advises you to do so.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Atral 500mg Tablet.
• Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (like simvastatin, lovastatin, etc.), anti-gout drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine).
• Atral 500mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with pneumonia (a lung disease) who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.
• It is always important to check the expiry date of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.