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HomeAzithromycin Generic name: azithromycin [ a-ZITH-roe-MYE-sin ]Brand names: Azasite, Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax TRI-PAK, Zithromax Z-Pak, ZmaxDrug class: Macrolides UsesWarningsBefore takingDosageSide effectsInteractionsFAQ What is azithromycin?Azithromycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.Azithromycin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, eye infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.Azithromycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.WarningsYou should not use azithromycin if you have ever had jaundice or liver problems when you have previously taken this medicine.Before taking this medicineYou should not use azithromycin if you are allergic to it, or if:you have ever had jaundice or liver problems caused by taking azithromycin; oryou are allergic to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.To make sure azithromycin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:liver disease;kidney disease;myasthenia gravis;a heart rhythm disorder;low levels of potassium in your blood; orlong QT syndrome (in you or a family member).This medicine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.It is not known whether azithromycin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.How should I take azithromycin?Take azithromycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. The dose and length of treatment may not be the same for every type of infection.You may take most forms of azithromycin with or without food.Take Zmax extended release liquid (oral suspension) on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.To use the oral suspension single dose packet: Open the packet and pour the medicine into 2 ounces of water. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. Do not save for later use. To make sure you get the entire dose, add 2 more ounces of water to the same
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