Azithromycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azithromycin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Azithromycin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azithromycin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azithromycin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azithromycin 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.
In addition, Azithromycin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azithromycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azithromycin related warnings section.
The section on Azithromycin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azithromycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azithromycin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
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