What are the effects of Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets?

Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets are commonly used in clinical practice as a macrolide antibiotic. Its primary mechanism of action is inhibiting protein synthesis in susceptible bacteria to control infection. Specific indications include treatment of respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary and reproductive system infections, oral infections, and Mycoplasma or Chlamydia infections. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Treatment of respiratory tract infections: Effective against pharyngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia caused by pathogens such as *Streptococcus pneumoniae* and *Haemophilus influenzae*. It helps alleviate symptoms including sore throat, cough, sputum production, and chest tightness. The drug can penetrate the respiratory mucosa and maintain high concentrations at the site of infection, thereby inhibiting bacterial proliferation and controlling inflammation.

2. Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections: Effective against folliculitis, furuncles, cellulitis, and wound infections caused by *Staphylococcus aureus* and streptococci. It reduces local symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, and pus formation. By inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, it prevents the spread of infection and promotes healing and repair of skin tissues.

3. Treatment of urinary and reproductive system infections: Suitable for urethritis, cystitis, and cervicitis caused by susceptible bacteria. It also has inhibitory effects against pathogens such as *Neisseria gonorrhoeae* and *Chlamydia trachomatis*, helping to relieve symptoms like frequent urination, urgency, dysuria, and abnormal discharge, thus restoring normal function of the urinary and reproductive systems.

4. Treatment of oral infections: Can be used for gingivitis, periodontitis, and oral mucosal inflammations caused by susceptible bacteria. It alleviates symptoms such as gum redness, swelling, pain, bleeding, and oral mucosal ulcers and discomfort. The drug exerts local antibacterial effects in the oral cavity, inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria, and improves the environment associated with oral infections.

5. Treatment of Mycoplasma and Chlamydia infections: Highly effective against Mycoplasma pneumoniae-induced pneumonia, as well as ocular and genital infections caused by *Chlamydia trachomatis*. It inhibits the replication of Mycoplasma and Chlamydia, relieving symptoms such as fever, cough, ocular discomfort, and genitourinary manifestations associated with these infections.

When using this medication, contraindications and precautions must be observed. It is contraindicated in patients allergic to macrolide antibiotics. Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment, who may require dose adjustments. The treatment course should strictly follow medical instructions; do not alter the dosage without authorization to ensure safe and effective use of the drug.