Zithromax.
Friday, September 21st, 2007AZITHROMYCIN (Zithromax®) is a macrolide antibiotic that interferes with the growth of bacterial cells. Azithromycin injection is used to treat certain respiratory conditions (e.g., pneumonia) or pelvic infections (e.g., pelvic inflammatory disease). Generic azithromycin injections are not yet available.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
kidney disease
liver disease
pneumonia
stomach problems (especially colitis)
other chronic illness
an unusual or allergic reaction to azithromycin, other macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin), foods, dyes, or preservatives
breast-feeding
Azithromycin is for infusion into a vein and is administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.Â
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Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
dark yellow or brown urine
difficulty breathing
severe or watery diarrhea
skin rash, itching
irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or chest pain
vomiting
yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):Â
diarrhea
dizziness, drowsiness
hearing loss
headache
increased sensitivity to the sun
nausea
stomach pain or cramps
tiredness
vaginal irritation, itching or discharge