Zithromycin 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zithromycin Benefits & Uses

Zithromycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zithromycin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zithromycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Zithromycin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Zithromycin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Zithromycin safe during breastfeeding?

Zithromycin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Kidneys?

Zithromycin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Liver?

Zithromycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithromycin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zithromycin with Other Drugs

Zithromycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Zithromycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zithromycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Zithromycin

Is this Zithromycin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zithromycin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Zithromycin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zithromycin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Zithromycin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zithromycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zithromycin

Taking Zithromycin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zithromycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zithromycin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zithromycin

Question almost 5 years ago

What should I do if I'm allergic to Zithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

If you are allergic to Zithromycin then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Zithromycin good for cold?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Zithromycin is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zithromycin is effective for treating bacterial infections only.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Zithromycin with proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole, esomeprazole, and omeprazole)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zithromycin can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Zithromycin for treating an abscess?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Zithromycin is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zithromycin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Zithromycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.