Azithromycin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Zithromax
CategoryDescriptionAzithromycin (az-ith-roe-MYE-sin) is used to treat
bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also used
to prevent Mycobacterium avium
complex (MAC) disease
in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It works
by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will
not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Azithromycin may be used
for other problems as determined by your doctor.
Azithromycin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
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Oral suspension (U.S. and Canada)
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
In Canada -
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