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Zithromycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Zithromycin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Zithromycin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zithromycin are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Zithromycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zithromycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zithromycin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zithromycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zithromycin related warnings section.
The section on Zithromycin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Zithromycin with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zithromycin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zithromycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Is the use of Zithromycin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zithromycin safely.
Is the use of Zithromycin safe during breastfeeding?
Zithromycin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Kidneys?
Zithromycin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the heart have been reported.
Zithromycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zithromycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zithromycin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zithromycin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zithromycin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zithromycin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zithromycin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zithromycin
You can take Zithromycin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zithromycin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zithromycin with alcohol will be.
If you are allergic to Zithromycin then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
No, Zithromycin is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zithromycin is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Zithromycin can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
Zithromycin is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
Zithromycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754