Zithromax
Indicated to address bacterial infections, this medication is developed to target harmful microorganisms, helping to manage your respiratory and skin health effectively.
Strengths: 100 · 250 · 500 · 1000mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Macrolide
- Known off-label uses
chlamydia trachomatis infection
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to azithromycin
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
dizziness; vomiting; dyspepsia
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
1–2 days
- Duration
3–5 days
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature away from moisture and direct heat.
- Drug interactions
antacids; warfarin; ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
Use caution in elderly patients; dosage adjustments may be necessary.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for arrhythmias; diarrhoea should be monitored for clostridioides difficile
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; qt prolongation — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to address bacterial infections, this medication is developed to target harmful microorganisms, helping to manage your respiratory and skin health effectively.
Mechanism of action
This medicine is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to the bacterial ribosome, preventing the bacteria from growing and spreading, which allows the immune system to eliminate the infection.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Consult your doctor before use. There is limited data on safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Zithromax
Indicated to address bacterial infections, this medication is developed to target harmful microorganisms, helping to manage your respiratory and skin health effectively.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Azithromycin
- Listed indication(s): Bacterial Pneumonia, Skin Infection
Usually available as
- 270 tablets - 100 mg170-100-mg-5354
- 120 tablets - 250 mg170-250-mg-5360
- 60 tablets - 500 mg170-500-mg-5344