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Zithromax is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, skin infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. |
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How much Zithromax you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Zithromax you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the patient leaflet provided with Zithromax and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take Zithromax exactly -as prescribed by your health care provider. Zithromax may be taken with or without food. Do not take antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum at the same time that you are taking Zithromax. Long-term or repeated use of Zithromax may cause a second infection. You may need to stop taking Zithromax and start another medication to treat the second infection. Contact your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Take all of the prescribed medicine. Failure to take all of the Zithromax may prevent complete elimination of bacteria, allowing the infection to return. If severe diarrhea, stomach cramps/pain, or bloody stools occur, contact your health care provider at once. This could be a sign of a serious side effect requiring immediate medical attention. Do not treat diarrhea without talking to your doctor. Zithromax may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Zithromax may cause sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and other ultraviolet light. Use sunscreens and wear protective clothing until tolerance is determined. Do not stop taking Zithromax without checking with your doctor. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before using Zithromax. Do not take any othe over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. Do not take more Zithromax than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. |
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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.
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Before using Zithromax, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; if you have impaired liver function; if you have any other medical condition. 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. |
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Do not take Zithromax close to a dose of an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium such as Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, Pepcid Complete, and others. These antacids may decrease the effects of Zithromax.
Before taking Zithromax, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:
- carbamazepine (Tegretol);
- phenytoin (Dilantin);
- theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theolair, Theochron, others);
- warfarin (Coumadin);
- digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps);
- pimozide (Orap);
- triazolam (Halcion);
- cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); or
- another antibiotic.
You may not be able to take Zithromax, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Zithromax. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
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Take your next dose of Zithromax as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses. |
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Store Zithromax at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. |
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