What is Azithral called in the United Kingdom?
Azithral contains azithromycin. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Zithromax.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azithral Pending verification | India | azithromycin J01FA10 | 250 mg tablet, 500 mg tablet, 200 mg/5 mL suspension |
| Zithromax Pending verification | United Kingdom | azithromycin J01FA10 | 250 mg tablet, 500 mg tablet, 200 mg/5 mL suspension |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Azithral called in the United Kingdom?
Azithral contains azithromycin. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Zithromax.
Is Zithromax exactly the same as Azithral?
Both contain azithromycin (ATC J01FA10). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of azithromycin are common in the United Kingdom?
Common forms include 250 mg tablet, 500 mg tablet, 200 mg/5 mL suspension. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
