Product Details
- Name: Zithrolin (Azithromycin)
- How It Works: It is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis. By stopping bacteria from producing essential proteins, it prevents them from growing and allows the immune system to clear the infection.
- Form: Oral Suspension (Liquid)
- Warning:
- Do not skip doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if symptoms improve early, to prevent antibiotic resistance.
- Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
- Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours of this medication, as they can reduce its effectiveness.
- Use with caution in patients with a history of liver disease or heart rhythm problems (prolonged QT interval).
- Should not be used for viral infections like the common cold or flu.

