Zithromax

Zithromax (azithromycin) is a prescription medication widely used to treat a wide number of infections caused by bacteria. It’s similar in its properties and effects to erythromycin. Being allergic to the active ingredient of this medicine – azithromycin – is a contraindication for using it. Make sure you are also not allergic to clarithromycin, telithromycin, erythromycin, or troleandomycin before starting the treatment, as this fact may prevent you from safely taking this medicine. Zithromax should be taken regularly, as many times a day as prescribed, with a full glass of water. You need to continue taking it even if you feel a lot better, as improved symptoms may not mean the condition you have was treated completely, and if you stop taking Zithromax, a relapse of infection may occur. Such health conditions as heart rhythm disorder, liver disease, a history of Long QT syndrome, myasthenia gravis, and kidney disease are supposed to be reported to your health care provider before any dose is prescribed. Any of these health conditions can make your doctor prescribe you a lower dose of Zithromax or your condition will have to be monitored during the period of treatment (in case the presence of some of these diseases is associated with certain risks). If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should know that Zithromax is not expected to be harmful to the health of an unborn baby. However, this medicine may pass into breast milk, which means it may theoretically harm to a nursing infant. To avoid these risks you will need to discuss our individual situation with your health care provider before starting the treatment and avoid taking Zithromax if you have been told not to. The use of this medicine may be justified in some women that are pregnant. Try to make sure you are always taking the exact amount prescribed. Taking more of Zithromax – either by accident or intentionally – can produce the following symptoms indicating an overdose: stomach discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. You will need to seek emergency help if you have taken too much of Zithromax and the symptoms mentioned are experienced. Never share your dose of Zithromax with other people, as you may not be aware of their contraindications and other aspects that may affect the dose. Your dose is based on your individual needs and can be taken only by you. Store Zithromax in a cool dark place to make sure its properties stay the same.