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# Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack

Generic name: azithromycin (oral/injection) [ a-ZITH-roe-MYE-sin ]
Brand names: Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax IV, Zithromax TRI-PAK, Zithromax Z-Pak
Drug class: Macrolides

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 22, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

## What is Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack?

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the lungs, sinus, throat, tonsils, skin, urinary tract, cervix, or genitals.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

## Warnings

You should not use Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack if you have ever had an allergic reaction, jaundice, or liver problems while taking Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack 3 Day Dose Pack. You should not use Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

## Before taking this medicine

You should not use Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack if you are allergic to it, or if you have ever had:

- jaundice or liver problems caused by taking Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack 3 Day Dose Pack; or

- a severe allergic reaction to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack oral should not be used to treat pneumonia in people who have:

- cystic fibrosis;

- an infection after being in a hospital;

- an infection in the blood;

- a weak immune system (caused by diseases such as HIV/AIDS or cancer); or

- in older adults and those who are ill or debilitated.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

- pneumonia;

- liver or kidney disease;

- myasthenia gravis;

- low levels of potassium in your blood;

- a heart rhythm disorder; or

- long QT syndrome (in you or a family member).

It is not known whether this medicine is effective in treating genital ulcers in women.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Taking Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack while breastfeeding may cause diarrhea, vomiting, or rash in the nursing baby.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 months old. Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack should not be used to treat a throat or tonsil infection in a child younger than 2 years old.

## How should I take Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack oral is taken by mouth. Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack injection is given as an infusion into a vein, usually for 2 days before you switch to Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack oral. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

You may take Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack oral with or without food.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Use Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack 3 Day Dose Pack for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Throw away any unused liquid medicine after 10 days.

Detailed Azithromycin Dose Pack dosage information

## What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

## What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

## What should I avoid while taking Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack?

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

## Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling).

Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

- severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody;

- fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out); or

- liver problems--nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

Call your doctor right away if a baby taking Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack becomes irritable or vomits while eating or nursing.

Older adults may be more likely to have side effects on heart rhythm, including a life-threatening fast heart rate.

Common side effects of Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack may include:

- nausea, vomiting; or

- stomach pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Azithromycin Dose Pack side effects (more detail)

## What other drugs will affect Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack?

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

- colchicine;

- digoxin;

- nelfinavir;

- phenytoin;

- an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium--Acid Gone, Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Pepcid Complete, Rolaids, Rulox, and others; or

- a blood thinner--warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Azithromycin Dose Pack drug interactions (more detail)

## Where can I get more information?

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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