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Zithromax (Azithromycin)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Zithromax
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Zithromax |
| Generic Name | Azithromycin |
| Boxed/Label Warning | QT Prolongation, Liver Problems |
| Purpose | Antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets, oral suspension, intravenous solution |
| Available Strengths | 250 mg, 500 mg, 200 mg/5 mL, 1 g |
| Dosage Frequency | Once daily for 1-5 days, depending on the infection |
| Common Side Effects | Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting |
| Serious Side Effects | Liver problems, QT prolongation, allergic reactions, C. difficile-associated diarrhea |
| Drug Interactions | Antacids (containing aluminum or magnesium), warfarin, digoxin, ergot derivatives |
| Important Notes | Take exactly as prescribed; complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better; may cause diarrhea |
| Storage | Store tablets at room temperature; store suspension as directed; discard any unused suspension after the prescribed period |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember; skip if it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Amoxicillin, Doxycycline, Clarithromycin, Ciprofloxacin |
Zithromax Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Amoxicillin | Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis | A penicillin antibiotic; effective against many common bacterial infections. |
| Doxycycline | Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis | A tetracycline antibiotic; often used for respiratory and skin infections. |
| Clarithromycin (Biaxin) | Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis | A macrolide antibiotic; similar to azithromycin. |
| Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) | Inhibits bacterial DNA replication | A fluoroquinolone antibiotic; used for more severe infections. |
Zithromax Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Nausea | Liver problems (jaundice, dark urine, light-colored stools) |
| Diarrhea | QT prolongation (irregular heartbeat) |
| Abdominal pain | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing) |
| Vomiting | C. difficile-associated diarrhea (severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever) |
| Headache | Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) |
Zithromax Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Community-Acquired Pneumonia | 500 mg | 250 mg once daily for 4 days | Take with or without food. |
| Acute Bacterial Sinusitis | 500 mg | 250 mg once daily for 2 days | Take with or without food. |
| Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis | 500 mg | 250 mg once daily for 4 days | Take with or without food. |
| Skin and Soft Tissue Infections | 500 mg | 250 mg once daily for 4 days | Take with or without food. |
