The following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your
physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the
drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Please
consult your healthcare professional before using this or
any other prescription or non-prescription medication.
Uses of Zithromax
Zithromax is used to treat mild to moderate infections
caused by certain bacteria. Doctors may occasionally
prescribe it for other reasons.
Zithromax Directions
How much Zithromax you take and how often you take it
depends on many factors, including the condition being
treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you
have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of
Zithromax you are taking, talk with your health care
provider. Carefully read the patient leaflet provided
with Zithromax and reread it each time you get this
prescription refilled. Take Zithromax exactly -as
prescribed by your health care provider. Zithromax may be
taken with or without food. Do not take antacids that
contain magnesium or aluminum at the same time that you
are taking Zithromax. Long-term or repeated use of
Zithromax may cause a second infection. You may need to
stop taking Zithromax and start another medication to
treat the second infection. Contact your doctor if signs
of a second infection occur. Take all of the prescribed
medicine. Failure to take all of the Zithromax may
prevent complete elimination of bacteria, allowing the
infection to return. If severe diarrhea, stomach
cramps/pain, or bloody stools occur, contact your health
care provider at once. This could be a sign of a serious
side effect requiring immediate medical attention. Do not
treat diarrhea without talking to your doctor. Zithromax
may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while
driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness,
coordination, or physical dexterity. Zithromax may cause
sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure to the
sun and other ultraviolet light. Use sunscreens and wear
protective clothing until tolerance is determined. Do not
stop taking Zithromax without checking with your doctor.
Patients with previous medical conditions should talk
with their health care provider before using Zithromax.
Do not take any othe over-the-counter or prescription
medications without talking with your doctor. This
includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements.
Do not take more Zithromax than prescribed unless advised
to do so by your doctor or health care provider.
Zithromax Side Effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people
have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or
pharmacist if any of the following occurs: Severe:
Serious allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty
breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth,
face, lips, or tongue); severe diarrhea; stomach
cramps/pain; bloody stools; chest pain; dark red raised
areas of skin. Adults: Pounding in the chest. Children:
Yellowing of the skin or eyes. Common: Adults:
Diarrhea/loose stools; nausea; stomach pain. Children:
Diarrhea/loose stools; stomach pain; vomiting; nausea;
headache. Other: Adults: Indigestion; gas; vomiting;
vaginal infection; dizziness; headache; feeling of a
whirling motion; drowsiness; tiredness; itching;
sensitivity to sunlight. Children: Chest pain;
indigestion; constipation; loss of appetite; gas; oral
infection; chills; dizziness; agitation; nervousness;
sleeplessness; fever; tiredness; fungal infection;
general body discomfort; pain; increased cough; sore
throat; runny nose; itching; sweating; inflammation of
the eye; dry, itchy skin.
Zithromax Precautions
Before using Zithromax, tell your health care provider
about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning
to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking
any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine,
herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; if you have
impaired liver function; if you have any other medical
condition.
Missed Dose of Zithromax
If a dose of Zithromax is missed, take it as soon as
possible. If several hours have passed or if it is
nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to
catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one
dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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Zithromax is in a class
of drugs called macrolide antibiotics. Zithromax
(azithromycin) fights bacteria in your body. Zithromax is
used to treat many different types of bacterial
infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis,
skin infections, ear infections, and certain sexually
transmitted diseases.
