Azithromycin

Treatment options

Azithromycin is a bacteria fighter and belongs to a family of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. This antibiotic is utilized to address numerous infections given birth by bacteria including:

• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Infections of the respiratory system
• Infections of the skin
• Infections of the ear

This antibiotic may have other uses as well. Please check with your medical provider for more information.

Precautions

It goes without saying that you don’t want to use Azithromycin if you are allergic to it. You don’t even want to take it if you are allergic to the following drugs:

• Troleandomycin
• Telithromycin
• Clarithromycin
• Erythromycin

Like most antibiotics you want to take Azithromycin until the medicine is finished. Even though you many feel like you are getting better you still want to continue taking the medication until it is gone. Azithromycin is not designed to combat a viral infection, like the flu for example. Don not consume Azithromycin with any type of antacids that are produced with magnesium or aluminum. If you have to take antacids please do not do so within 2 hours of taking Azithromycin. It is suggested that Azithromycin should not be dangerous for an unborn child.

Usage and Dosage

You should always take this and all medication as directed by your medical provider. The specific dosage will vary in accordance with the infection for which the medicine was prescribed.

Side effects

If you are not aware if you are allergic to Azithromycin you should be alert to any allergic reactions that may appear after us. Here are a few to watch for:

• Tongue, throat, face, or lips swelling
• Difficulty breathing
• Hives

If you experience these symptoms seek medical treatment immediately.

Some other serious side effects would be:

• Bloody or watery diarrhea
• Uneven heartbeat or chest pain
• Jaundice, clay-colored stool, dark urine, appetite loss, stomach pain, or nausea
• Red skin rash, sever blistering, headache, sore throat and fever

If you experience any of these side effects consult your physician immediately. Some of the more minor side effects would be:

• Mild constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, or nausea
• Upset stomach or stomach pains
• Headache, dizziness, or worn out feeling
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Nervous or sleep disorder
• Minor skin rash that is itching
• Hearing problems like ringing in your ears
• Reduced sense of smell or taste

There are numerous medications that can and cannot be taken with Azithromycin. Consult your doctor for the drugs that may or may not apply to you.