Azithromycin (Systemic) Contributions by FoundHealth

(az ith roe MYE sin)

Zithromax®; Zmax®

Apo-Azithromycin®; CO Azithromycin; Dom-Azithromycin; Gen-Azithromycin; Mylan-Azithromycin; Novo-Azithromycin; PHL-Azithromycin; PMS-Azithromycin; PRO-Azithromycin; ratio-Azithromycin; Riva-Azithromycin; Sandoz-Azithromycin; Zithromax®

Antibiotic, Macrolide

• This medicine does not mix well with many medicines. Serious reactions may occur. Check all medicines with healthcare provider.

• If you have an allergy to azithromycin or any other part of this medicine.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

• Azithromycin works to injure the bacteria and fight the infection.

• To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.

• Use prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

Zithromax®:

• Take this medicine with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.

• A liquid (suspension) is available if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.

• Empty single dose liquid (suspension) packet in 1/4 cup of water. Mix well and drink. Rinse with more water and drink.

• Those who have feeding tubes can also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after medicine is given.

Zmax®:

• Take liquid (suspension) on an empty stomach. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.

Injection:

• This medicine is given as a shot into a vein.

• Take a missed dose as soon as possible.

• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.

• Do not use a double dose or extra doses.

• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?

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• This medicine is used to prevent or treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Zithromax®:

• Store liquid (suspension) or tablets at room temperature. Throw away any unused portion of suspension after 10 days.

• Protect tablets from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.

Zmax®:

• Store at room temperature.

• Use within 12 hours of making.

Injection:

• Store as directed by healthcare provider.

• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.

• Most medicines can be thrown away in household trash after mixing with coffee grounds or kitty litter and sealing in a plastic bag.

• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).

• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or in Canada to Health Canada's Canada Vigilance Program at 1-866-234-2345.

• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• If you have kidney disease, talk with healthcare provider.

• If you have liver disease, talk with healthcare provider.

• If you have myasthenia gravis, talk with healthcare provider.

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Belly pain.

• Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.

• Diarrhea. Yogurt, Bifidobacterium bifidum, or Lactobacillus acidophilusmay help. These products are available at health food stores or in some pharmacies.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Severe nausea or vomiting.

• Severe diarrhea, even after medicine is stopped.

• Fast heartbeat.

• Dark urine or yellow skin or eyes.

• Zmax®: If you vomit within 1 hour of taking this medicine.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.