Both Hibiotic and Zithromax are antibiotics used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. However, they belong to two different classes of antibiotics and have different mechanisms of action and spectrums of activity against certain types of bacteria. Understanding these differences helps determine the most appropriate medication to treat a specific type of infection.
Hibiotic Tablets Ingredients
Hibiotic tablets typically contain a combination of two active ingredients:
Amoxicillin: This belongs to the penicillin class of antibiotics and works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall formation, leading to cell death.
Clavulanic Acid: This inhibits the beta-lactamase enzyme produced by some bacteria to resist amoxicillin, thereby increasing the effectiveness of amoxicillin against these resistant bacteria.
Zithromax Tablets Ingredients
Zithromax tablets contain the active ingredient azithromycin. Azithromycin belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics and works by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria, preventing their growth and reproduction. Azithromycin has a long half-life in the body, allowing it to be taken for a shorter period of time compared to many other antibiotics.
About Hibiotic Tablets
Drug Category: Antibiotics
Drug Classification: Penicillin with Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor
Pharmaceutical Form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical Family: Antimicrobials
Active Ingredients: Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid
About Zithromax Tablets
Drug Category: Antibiotics
Drug Classification: Macrolides
Pharmaceutical Form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical Family: Antimicrobials
Active Ingredient: Azithromycin