What Is Azithromycin Pills?
Azithromycin is used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as bronchitis; pneumonia; sexually transmitted diseases (STD); and infections of the ears, lungs, sinuses, skin, throat, and reproductive organs. Azithromycin also is used to treat or prevent disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection [a type of lung infection that often affects people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)]. Azithromycin is in a class of medications called macrolide antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Azithromycin Pills In South Africa?
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R214.95
When Should You Take Azithromycin Pills Tablets?
You’ll usually take azithromycin once a day. Try to take your medicine at the same time each day. Swallow tablets and capsules whole with a drink of water. If you are taking azithromycin capsules, take them at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after eating.
If you, or your child, are taking azithromycin as a liquid, your pharmacist will usually make it up for you. The medicine will come with a syringe or spoon to help you measure the right amount. If you do not have one, ask your pharmacist for one. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not measure the right amount.
How Fast Does Azithromycin Pills Work?
Azithromycin should be taken either one hour before food or at least two hours after food. The medication will start working straight away. However, it is important to take the whole course of medicine that has been prescribed.