If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose.
Throw away any immediate-release suspension that has not been used within 10 days. Throw away any mixed Zmax oral suspension (extended release formulation) that has not been used within 12 hours. To make sure you get the entire dose, add 2 more ounces of water to the same glass, swirl gently and drink right away. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away.
To use the oral suspension single dose packet: Open the packet and pour the medicine into 2 ounces of water. Take Zmax extended release liquid (oral suspension) on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. You may take most forms of azithromycin with or without food. The dose and length of treatment may not be the same for every type of infection. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Take azithromycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.Īzithromycin pregnancy and breastfeeding warnings (more detail) How should I take azithromycin? It is not known whether azithromycin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. This medicine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Long QT syndrome (in you or a family member). To make sure azithromycin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
You are allergic to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin. You have ever had jaundice or liver problems caused by taking azithromycin or You should not use azithromycin if you are allergic to it, or if: You should not use azithromycin if you have ever had jaundice or liver problems when you have previously taken this medicine.
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Last updated on Jul 24, 2023.Īzithromycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.Īzithromycin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, eye infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.Īzithromycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Medically reviewed by Sophia Entringer, PharmD. Generic name: azithromycin īrand names: Azasite, Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax TRI-PAK, Zithromax Z-Pak, Zmax
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