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Description
Zithromax is in a class of drugs called macrolide antibiotics. Zithromax fights bacteria in the body.
Zithromax is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, skin infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Zithromax may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
Ingredients
ZITHROMAX (azithromycin tablets and azithromycin for oral suspension) contain the active
ingredient azithromycin, an azalide, a subclass of macrolide antibiotics, for oral administration.
Azithromycin has the chemical name (2R,3S,4R,5R,8R, 10R,11R,12S,13S,14R)-
13-[(2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-3-O-methyl-?-L-ribo-hexopyranosyl)
oxy]-2-ethyl-3,4,10-trihydroxy-3,5,6,8,10,12,14-heptamethyl-11-[[3,4,6-trideoxy-3-
(dimethylamino)-?-D-xylo-hexopyranosyl]oxy]-1-oxa-6-azacyclopentadecan-15-one.
Azithromycin is derived from erythromycin; however, it differs chemically from erythromycin in
that a methyl-substituted nitrogen atom is incorporated into the lactone ring. Its molecular
formula is C38H72N2O12, and its molecular weight is 749.00.
Azithromycin, as the dihydrate, is a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of
C38H72N2O12•2H2O and a molecular weight of 785.0.
Recommendations
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE within 1 hour before or 2 hours after aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacids.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light.
TO CLEAR UP YOUR INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses. Taking this medicine at the same time each day will make it easier to remember.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Precautions
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor. IF MODERATE TO SEVERE DIARRHEA OCCURS during or after treatment with this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Do not treat it with non-prescription (over-the-counter) medicines.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN TAKING BIRTH CONTROL PILLS: this medicine may decrease the effectiveness of your birth control pill. To prevent pregnancy, you may want to use an additional form of birth control. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
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