Azithromycin is one of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics worldwide. Doctors often use it to treat respiratory infections, throat infections, skin infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections. Its popularity comes from its broad effectiveness, short treatment duration, and relatively mild side effect profile. But how exactly does azithromycin work against bacterial infections? Let’s break it down in a simple, patient-friendly way.
What Is Azithromycin?Azee 500 belongs to a group of antibiotics called macrolides. Antibiotics in this class are designed to stop bacteria from growing and spreading rather than killing them outright. Once bacterial growth is halted, your immune system steps in to clear the infection.
Because of its long-lasting action, azithromycin is often taken for short courses, such as 3 or 5 days, yet it continue…