Azithromycin (developed by Pliva) is used to treat certain bacterial infections, most often the bacteria causing middle ear infections, tonsillitis, throat infections, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia and sinusitis. Azithromycin is an azalide, which is a subclass of macrolide antibiotics. Azithromycin (brand names Zithromax? in Italy; Vinzam?/Zitromax? in Spain; Zmax?; Sumamed?; Aztrin?) is one of the world's best-selling antibiotics, and is derived from erythromycin; however, it differs chemically from erythromycin in that a methyl-substituted nitrogen atom is incorporated into the lactone ring, thus making the lactone ring 15-membered.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AZITHROMYCIN

There are many other medications that can interact with azithromycin. On should tell their doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes the vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using any new medication without telling your doctor. Always keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

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What drug may interact with azithromycin antacids astemizole digoxin dihydroergotamine ergotamine magnesium salts terfenadine triazolam warfarin. We should tell health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. We should 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 definitely affect the way your medicine works.