Azithromycin

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Azithromycin is an antibiotic. It's widely used to treat chest infections such as pneumonia, infections of the nose and throat such as sinus infection (sinusitis) , skin infections, Lyme disease , and some sexually transmitted infections.

What drug class is Azithromycin

Azithromycin is in a class of medications called macrolide antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Pharmacological class -  Antibiotic

Is Azithromycin the same as amoxicillin

 Both medications are used to treat bacterial infections in adults and children. Azithromycin is in the macrolide category of antibiotics, while amoxicillin is in the beta-lactam/penicillin category.

Drug class - Antibiotics, Macrolide

Canonical brands - Zithromax Z-Pak

When should I take Azithromycin

Azithromycin is usually taken once a day. Try to take it at the same time each day. If your doctor has prescribed azithromycin capsules, you should take them at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after eating. If you have tablets or liquid, you can take them with or without food.

What is the action of Azithromycin

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic which inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, quorum-sensing and reduces the formation of biofilm.

What are the side effects of Azithromycin

  • diarrhea or loose stools
  • nausea
  • abdominal pain
  • stomach upset
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • dizziness
  • tiredness

Why azithromycin is given for 3 days

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the lungs , sinus , throat , tonsils , skin, urinary tract , cervix , or genitals

What is the indication of Azithromycin

Mild-to-moderate susceptible infections including acute bacterial exacerbations of COPD, acute bacterial sinusitis, acute otitis media, community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, uncomplicated skin and skin structure, urethritis, cervicitis, chancroid in men.


What is the contraindication of Azithromycin

diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria. low amount of magnesium in the blood. low amount of potassium in the blood. myasthenia gravis.

Can you take Azithromycin if you have asthma

Conclusion Long-term, low-dose azithromycin reduced asthma exacerbations and improved the quality of life in patients with severe asthma, regardless of how this was defined. These data support the addition of azithromycin as a treatment option for patients with severe asthma.

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