Product Details

Azithromycin

Active Ingredient: Azithromycin

Azithromycin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.

Analogs

Of Azithromycin

Amoxil , Doxycycline , Zithromax , Cefzil , Secnidazole

General information
Azithromycin belongs to the group of macrolide antibiotics. It interferes with grow of bacteria cell. It is used to treat different kinds of infections such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. It can be used for treatment of middle ear infection, pneumonia, tonsillitis, and strep throat in children. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).
Directions
It is recommended to take Azithromycin with a full glass of water with or without food. Taking the medication with food may help to avoid stomach upset. Consult your doctor regarding proper dosage for you. The recommended adult dose of Azithromycin for treatment of lung and skin infections is two 250 mg tablets taken on the first day, followed by one 250 mg tablet taken at the same time each day for 4 more days.
Precautions
It is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women to use the medicine. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, a certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis).
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to take the drug if you have hypersensitivity to it or if you are taking related drugs Azithromycin or erythromycin.
Possible side effect
Diarrhea or loose stools, nausea, uneven heartbeats, abdominal pain, and vomiting, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, fever, rash, red skin, headache are common side effects. If you experience one of the side effects listed above, you should call your doctor immediately.
Drug interaction
Azithromycin can't be used along with aluminum- or magnesium- based antacids(Mylanta or Maalox). There may be an interaction between azithromycin and any of the following: phenytoin, hexobarbital, ergotamine, triazolam, quinidine, etc.
Missed dose
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time of the next intake just skip it and go back to your schedule.
Overdose
If you think you have overdosed the medicine seek emergency medical immediately. The overdose symptoms are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort.
Storage
Store the medicine at room temperature between 59-77 F (15-25 C) away from light and moisture, kids and pets.
Note
The information presented at the site has a general character. Note please this information cannot be used for self-treatment and self diagnosis. You should consult with your doctor or health care adviser regarding any specific instructions of your condition. The information is reliable, but we concede it could contain mistakes. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, special or other damage caused by use of this information on the site and also for consequences of self-treatment.
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