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Zithromax instructions
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Common Brand Names: Zithromax, Zithromax
Z-Pak
Generic Name: Azithromycin
The following product information is not intended to replace the physician's
or manufacturer's instructions.
Zithromax Common Medical Uses :
Zithromax is in a class of drugs called macrolide antibiotics. It works
by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Zithromax is used to treat
bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is used to
treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as bronchitis,
pneumonia, tonsillitis, skin infections, ear infections. Zithromax also
treats sexually transmitted vaginal or urinary tract infections caused
by chlamydia. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or
other viral infections.
How to Use Zithromax:
Take Zithromax exactly as directed by your doctor. Take each tablet or
capsule with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Take the Zithromax capsules
and suspension on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
The Zithromax tablets can be taken with or without food. Do not take Zithromax
close to a dose of an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium such
as Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete, and others.
These antacids may decrease the effects of Zithromax. The single dose
packet should not be used to administer doses other than 1 gram of Zithromax.
This packet is not for use by children. Take all of the Zithromax that
has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms
may start to improve before the infection is completely treated. It is
important to take Zithromax regularly to get the most benefit.
Dosing:
The dose of Zithromax will be different for different patients. The following
information includes only the average doses of this medication. If your
dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do
so. The number of capsules or tablets or the amount of suspension that
you take depends on the medical problem for which you are taking Zithromax.
For the oral suspension dosage form:
- For chancroid in men and chlamydia infections:
- Adults and adolescents: 1 gram taken once as a single dose.
- Children 6 months to 12 years of age: Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
- For gonococcal infections:
- Adults and adolescents: 2 grams taken once as a single dose.
- Children 6 months to 12 years of age: Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
- For otitis media and pneumonia:
- Children 6 months to 12 years of age: 10 mg per kg (4.5 mg per
pound) of body weight once a day on the first day, then 5 mg per
kg (2.2 mg per pound) of body weight once a day on days two through
five.
- For strep throat:
- Children 2 to 12 years of age: 12 mg per kg (5.4 mg per pound)
of body weight once a day for five days.
- Children up to 2 years of age: Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
For the tablet dosage form:
- For bronchitis, strep throat, pneumonia, and skin infections:
- Adults and adolescents 16 years of age and older: 500 mg on the
first day, then 250 mg once a day on days two through five.
- For chlamydia infections:
- Adults and adolescents 16 years of age and older: 1000 mg taken
once as a single dose.
- For prevention of Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease:
- Adults and adolescents 16 years of age and older: 1200 mg once
a week.
- For sinusitis:
- Adults and adolescents: 500 mg a day for 3 days
Zithromax Possible Side Effects:
Although side effects from Zithromax are not common, they can occur. Tell
your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- diarrhea
- dizziness, drowsiness
- increased sensitivity to sunlight
- headache
- nausea
- stomach pain or cramps
- tiredness
- vaginal yeast infection
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon,
but if you experience any of them, call your doctor as soon as possible:
- an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat;
swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
- dark yellow or brown urine
- severe or watery diarrhea
- skin rash, itching
- irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or chest pain
- liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain
or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue)
Zithromax Precautions:
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Zithromax may increase the sensitivity
of the skin to sunlight. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing
when exposure to the sun is unavoidable. Antacids can stop azithromycin
from working. If you get an upset stomach and want to take an antacid,
make sure there is an interval of at least 2 hours since you last took
azithromycin, or 4 hours before your next dose. If you are going to have
surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are
taking azithromycin.
Before taking Zithromax, tell your doctor or/and pharmacist:
- if you have any of these conditions: kidney disease, liver disease,
pneumonia, stomach problems (especially colitis), other chronic illness
- if you have an unusual or allergic reaction to azithromycin, other
macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin), foods, dyes, or preservatives
- if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.or
are breast-feeding
Drug Interactions:
The following drugs and foods may interact with Zithromax:
- antacids (Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete,
and others)
- astemizole
- cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
- digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps)
- dihydroergotamine
- ergotamine
- magnesium salts
- terfenadine
- triazolam
- warfarin
Tell your health care professional about all other medicines you are
taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements,
or herbal products.
Missed Dose:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost
time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take
the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication
unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Overdose:
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center. Symptoms of
an Zithromax overdose include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal
discomfort.
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