azithromycin
Brand names: Azithromycin
# Azithromycin: What You Need to Know Azithromycin is an antibiotic medication that fights bacterial infections in your body. Doctors prescribe it to treat infections like ear infections, pneumonia, bronchitis, and some sexually transmitted infections. This medicine works by stopping bacteria from growing and spreading, which helps your body fight off the infection. It's important to take azithromycin exactly as your doctor tells you, even if you start feeling better before you finish all your medicine. Stopping too early might allow the infection to come back. Before taking azithromycin, make sure to tell your doctor about any other medicines you take, especially blood thinners like warfarin or certain HIV medications like nelfinavir, since azithromycin can interact with these drugs. Some common side effects include upset stomach, nausea, and diarrhea. If you have liver disease or hearing problems, or if you're pregnant, let your doctor know because azithromycin may not be safe for you. If you experience serious side effects like chest pain, severe diarrhea, or trouble hearing while taking this medication, contact your doctor right away.
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Check Your Medications →Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- OFF LABEL USE4,868 reports
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE4,782 reports
- DYSPNOEA4,381 reports
- NAUSEA3,275 reports
- PAIN3,180 reports
- PNEUMONIA3,017 reports
- DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY2,937 reports
- COUGH2,912 reports
- DIARRHOEA2,828 reports
- FATIGUE2,709 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
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