Zithromycin 600 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Information

Zithromycin 600 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Zithromycin 600 Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Zithromycin 600 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 600 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zithromycin 600 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zithromycin 600 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zithromycin 600 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zithromycin 600 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Zithromycin 600 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Zithromycin 600 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Zithromycin Benefits & Uses
Zithromycin Dosage & How to Take
Zithromycin Side Effects
Zithromycin Related Warnings
Zithromycin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zithromycin
Zithromycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Zithromycin 600 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zithromycin 600 Tablet is used -

Severe

Bronchospasm
Angioedema
Hearing Loss
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Tachycardia

Moderate

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

पेट दर्द
Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Zithromycin 600 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Zithromycin safely.

Safe
Is the use of Zithromycin 600 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Zithromycin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Zithromycin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zithromycin 600 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Zithromycin 600 Tablet

Is this Zithromycin 600 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zithromycin 600 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zithromycin 600 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zithromycin 600 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Zithromycin 600 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zithromycin 600 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zithromycin 600 Tablet

You can take Zithromycin 600 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zithromycin 600 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zithromycin 600 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zithromycin 600 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zithromycin for treating an abscess?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zithromycin safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Zithromycin is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Zithromycin treat a urinary tract infection?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Zithromycin does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can you drink alcohol while taking Zithromycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions are found between Zithromycin and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Zithromycin.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Zithromycin used for cough?

No, Zithromycin is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.