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Zithromax IV

Generic name: azithromycin (oral/injection)

Brand names: Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax IV, Zithromax TRI-PAK, Zithromax Z-Pak

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What is Zithromax IV?

Zithromax IV is used to treat many different kinds of infections brought on by microorganisms, consisting of infections of the lungs, sinus, throat, tonsils, skin, urinary system, cervix, or genital areas.

Zithromax IV might also be used for objectives not provided in this medication guide.

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How should I take Zithromax IV?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and check out all medication guides or direction sheets. Make use of the medicine specifically as guided.

Zithromax IV dental is taken by mouth. This medication shot is offered as an infusion into a blood vessel, usually for 2 days prior to you switch over to this medication oral. A doctor will offer you this shot.

You might take Zithromax IV dental with or without food.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you gauge a dose. Make use of the dosing syringe supplied, or use a medicine dose-measuring tool (not a cooking area spoon).

Usage Zithromax IV for the full proposed length of time, even if your symptoms swiftly improve. Missing doses can boost your danger of infection that is immune to medication. Zithromax IV will not deal with a viral infection such as the influenza or a common cold.

Shop at room temperature level away from wetness and warm. Get rid of any unused fluid medication after 10 days.

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Warnings

You ought to not use Zithromax IV if you have ever had an allergy, jaundice, or liver issues while taking Zithromax IV. You ought to not utilize this medication if you have actually ever before had a serious allergy to comparable medications such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

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Before taking this medicine

You should not utilize Zithromax IV if you dislike it, or if you have actually ever before had:

  • jaundice or liver issues caused by taking Zithromax IV; or
  • a serious allergy to comparable medicines such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

Zithromax IV oral must not be made use of to deal with pneumonia in individuals that have:

  • cystic fibrosis;
  • an infection after being in a healthcare facility;
  • an infection in the blood;
  • a weak body immune system (triggered by diseases such as HIV/AIDS or cancer cells); or
  • in older grownups and those that are ill or crippled.

Tell your physician if you have actually ever before had:

  • pneumonia;
  • liver or kidney disease;
  • myasthenia gravis;
  • low degrees of potassium in your blood;
  • a heart rhythm problem; or
  • long QT disorder (in you or a relative).

It is not recognized whether this medication works in dealing with genital abscess in women.

Inform your doctor if you are expectant or breastfeeding. Taking Zithromax IV while breastfeeding might create looseness of the bowels, vomiting, or breakout in the nursing infant.

Zithromax IV is not approved for usage by anybody younger than 6 months old. This medicine ought to not be utilized to treat a throat or tonsil infection in a youngster more youthful than 2 years old.

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Zithromax IV side effects

Get emergency situation clinical help if you have signs of an allergy (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a serious skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin discomfort, red or purple skin breakout that spreads out and causes blistering and peeling).

Seek medical therapy if you have a significant drug response that can affect several components of your body. Signs might include: skin breakout, high temperature, swollen glands, muscular tissue aches, severe weak point, uncommon bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Zithromax IV may create serious adverse effects. Call your physician at the same time if you have:

  • severe belly discomfort, looseness of the bowels that is watery or bloody;
  • fast or battering heartbeats, fluttering in your upper body, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you may pass out); or
  • liver troubles-- nausea or vomiting, vomiting, anorexia nervosa, belly discomfort (top appropriate side), exhaustion, itching, dark urine, clay-colored feceses, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);.

Call your medical professional as soon as possible if an infant taking Zithromax IV becomes cranky or vomits while eating or nursing.

Older grownups might be most likely to have adverse effects on heart rhythm, consisting of a life-threatening quick heart rate.

Common adverse effects of Zithromax IV may consist of:.

  • nausea or vomiting, vomiting; or.
  • tummy discomfort.

This is not a total listing of side effects and others might occur. Call your medical professional for clinical recommendations regarding negative effects. You might report adverse effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as quickly as you can, but avoid the missed out on dosage if it is almost time for your next dosage. Do not take two doses at once.

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What happens if I overdose?

Look for emergency clinical attention or call the Poisonous substance Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Antibiotic medications can create looseness of the bowels, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your physician prior to using anti-diarrhea medicine.

Zithromax IV can make you sunburn much more easily. Stay clear of sunlight or tanning beds. Use protective apparel and usage sun block (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

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What other drugs will affect Zithromax IV?

Inform your physician concerning all your various other medications, particularly:

  • colchicine;
  • digoxin;
  • nelfinavir;
  • phenytoin;
  • an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium-- Acid Gone, Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Pepcid Complete, Rolaids, Rulox, and others; or
  • a blood thinner-- warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven.

This listing is not complete. Various other medications might influence Zithromax IV, consisting of prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all feasible medicine communications are noted right here.

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Common questions about Zithromax

What are the best antibiotics for pneumonia?
The best antibiotic depends on your infection type, health, and local resistance patterns. Common first choices include azithromycin, clarithromycin, or doxycycline. More serious infections may require levofloxacin or amoxicillin/clavulanate. Continue reading
Is Zithromax a penicillin?
Zithromax is not a penicillin it is a type of antibiotic called a macrolide. Macrolides kill bacteria by inhibiting protein synthesis and blocking the assembly of the 50S ribosomal subunit, which is a structure in a cell that helps coordinate protein synthesis. Macrolides are unrelated to penicillin and are safe to use in people who are allergic to penicillin. Continue reading
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zithromax?
There are no documented interactions between Zithromax and alcohol so you could drink a small amount of alcohol (one or two glasses) if you wanted to. But drinking larger quantities of alcohol is not recommended generally while you are fighting an infection because it may hinder the body’s ability to fight the infection, lead to dehydration, and interrupt sleep. Drinking large quantities of alcohol while taking Zithromax may also worsen common side effects of Zithromax such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, flatulence, fatigue, and headache. Continue reading
Is Zithromax available over the counter?
Zithromax is not available over the counter, it is a prescription medicine that must be prescribed by a doctor. Continue reading

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