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Zithromax 250 mg - 6 Tabs $94
Zithromax 250 mg - 12 Tabs $144
Zithromax 250 mg - 18 Tabs $196 |
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Drug Uses
Zithromax is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections,
such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, skin infections, ear infections,
and sexually transmitted diseases.
How Taken
Zithromax comes as a capsule, tablet, and liquid to take it orally. It is
usually taken once a day for 2-5 days. Take Zithromax exactly as directed.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your
doctor. Shake the liquid well before each use to mix the medication evenly.
The capsules and tablets should be taken with a full glass of water. Continue
to take Zithromax even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Zithromax without
talking to your doctor. Take Zithromax liquid at least 1 hour before or 2
hours after meals. The capsule and tablet may be taken with or without food.
If it upsets your stomach, take it with food.
Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Zithromax, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You
may not be able to take Zithromax, or you may require a lower dose or special
monitoring during treatment. Zithromax is in the FDA pregnancy category B.
This means that it is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Do not take this
medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could
become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Zithromax passes
into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your
doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time
for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the
next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless
otherwise directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking
Zithromax and seek emergency medical attention: an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face;
or hives); or liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal
pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue). Other,
less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Zithromax
and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or
abdominal pain; unusual dizziness, fatigue, or headache; vaginal yeast infection;
a rash; or increased sensitivity to sunlight. Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that
seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of Zithromax overdose include
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort.
More Information
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Zithromax may increase the sensitivity
of the skin to sunlight. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when
exposure to the sun is unavoidable.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended
that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions,
precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient.
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