Azithromycin

Azithromycin is a potent antibiotic. It is proven to be effective against several varieties of bacterial infections such as:

• Ear infections
• Skin infections
• Respiratory infections
• Sexually transmitted disease like urethritis and cervicitis
• Acute pelvic inflammatory disease

It is commonly used in both children and adults. It’s often prescribed in pill form but it is also available in liquid form for children who do not know how to take the pill form. It’s approved to treat pediatric conditions like:

• Strep throat
• Community-acquired pneumonia
• Acute bacterial sinusitis
• Tonsillitis
• Laryngitis
• Acute otitis media
• Urinary tract infections

It’s often used off-label by doctors to treat other mild to moderate pediatric infections caused by susceptible bacteria like:

• Pertussis or whooping cough
• Pneumonia
• Chronic bronchitis with a secondary bacterial infection

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the bacteria that cause infections in the body. It prevents the bacteria from growing by inhibiting their ability to make proteins. However, it should not be use in treating infections caused viruses. 

Why Buy Azithromycin?

Azithromycin is a versatile antibiotic. It can treat wide varieties of bacterial infections. It’s a good choice for children who are allergic to penicillin. The generic name has been popular because it is less expensive than the brand names available in the market.

How to Take Azithromycin?

Your dose depends on your condition, your age and your weight. The typical dose for an adult is 500 mg to 2000 mg in multiple doses. For children, the dose is based on their weight. The recommended dose is 10mg per kg.

Take this medication exactly as directed. Take it with or without food with a glass of water. If you are using the liquid suspension, shake the bottle well before each use. Use a measuring dose or cup and not the average household spoon. Keep using this medication even if you feel well. Finish the entire course of your treatment. Do not stop taking this medication.

Things to Remember

• This medication may cause nausea and vomiting just like any other medicines of its kind. However, the side effects can be mitigated by taking the medicine with foods.
• Patients with heart problems must use this medication with care. This drug can cause heart rhythm disorder and sudden death.
• Azithromycin may cause severe allergic reactions that require immediate medical attention. It may also cause other serious side effects like severe diarrhea and liver problems. If this happens, seek medical attention right away.
• Do not take other medicines unless prescribed by your physician.