Azithral 500 vs Azithral 250 DT: price, salt & differences
Azithral 500 and Azithral 250 DT are the same antibiotic – azithromycin from Alembic – at 500 mg and 250 mg. Adults usually get the 500 mg once a day for 3 days; the 250 mg dispersible tablet (DT) is for children dosed by weight or for the lower-dose adult schedule. Azithral 500 is ₹126.73 for 5 tablets and Azithral 250 DT is ₹62.73 for 5 tablets; both need a prescription and the full course must be finished – ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Azithral 500
Azithromycin 500 mg · Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
MRP ₹126.73 for 5
₹25.35 / tablet
Azithromycin 500 mg detailsAzithral 250 DT
Azithromycin 250 mg · Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
MRP ₹62.73 for 5
₹12.55 / tablet
Azithromycin 250 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Azithral 500 | Azithral 250 DT |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Azithromycin | Azithromycin |
| Strength | 500 mg | 250 mg |
| Manufacturer | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Pack size | 5 tablets | 5 tablets |
| MRP | ₹126.73 for 5 tablets | ₹62.73 for 5 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹25.35 per tablet | ₹12.55 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Chest infections – bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. | Chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Chest, throat, ear and some skin infections – typically a 3-day course. Only on prescription; can cause stomach upset and, rarely, heart rhythm changes. | Lower-strength azithromycin for lighter infections or children by weight. Same course rules – finish the full course, prescription only. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Azithral 500 और Azithral 250 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में azithromycin है – Azithral 500 में 500 mg और Azithral 250 DT में 250 mg (पानी में घुलने वाली गोली)। 500 mg बड़ों के लिए 3 दिन की खुराक है; 250 mg बच्चों या कम खुराक वाले schedule के लिए है। कीमत: Azithral 500 ₹126.73 (5 tablets), Azithral 250 DT ₹62.73 (5 tablets)।
What does DT mean?
Dispersible tablet – it can be dissolved in a little water, which makes it easier for children or people who cannot swallow tablets.
Can I give Azithral 500 to my child?
No. Children need a weight-based dose, usually syrup or the 250 DT, decided by a paediatrician. Never split adult antibiotic tablets on your own.
Is 2 × Azithral 250 the same as one Azithral 500?
The amount of azithromycin is the same, but you should follow the strength and schedule written on your prescription rather than converting between them.
Why must I finish the whole course?
Stopping early leaves surviving bacteria that can become resistant. Azithromycin is usually a short 3–5 day course, so finish it even if you feel better.
Which is cheaper per tablet?
Azithral 500 is ₹25.35 per tablet and Azithral 250 DT is ₹12.55 per tablet. NPPA ceilings are ₹24.14 per 1 tablet for 500 mg and ₹11.95 per 1 tablet for 250 mg.
Sources
- NHS – Azithromycin (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Azithromycin (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Azithromycin: how and when to take it (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Azithromycin: side effects (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Azithromycin: taking it with other medicines (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms