Zithromax

Urethritis, Chancroid, Tonsillitis + 34 more
Treatment
32 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Zithromax

What is Zithromax

AzithromycinThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryAzithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory, enteric and genitourinary infections. It is related to erythromycin, and is part of the azalide subclass of macrolides. It contains a 15-membered ring with a methyl-substituted nitrogen at the 9a position that prevents it from being broken down in the body. The FDA approved azithromycin in 1991 and in 2020, a French study found that a combination of azithromycin and hydroxychloroquine could be used to treat COVID-19. However
Zithromaxis the brand name
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Zithromax Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Zithromax
Azithromycin
1994
541

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Azithromycin, otherwise called Zithromax, is approved by the FDA for 32 uses including Sinusitis and Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) .
Sinusitis
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Haemophilus Influenzae Infections
Bacterial Sinusitis
Genus Chlamydia
patients appropriate for oral therapy
ABDIC protocol
Adults
Moraxella Catarrhalis Infection
Tonsillitis bacterial
Tonsillitis
Acute Otitis Media (AOM)
genital ulcers caused by haemophilus ducreyi infection
Haemophilus ducreyi infection
Moraxella catarrhalis
Streptococcus pyogenes
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Tonsillitis streptococcal
unable to prescribe first line therapy for streptococcus pyogenes tonsillitis
Streptococcus Pneumoniae Infections
Adult Patients
Genital Ulcer Disease (GUD)
Communicable Diseases
Staphylococcus (S.) Aureus Infection
Pneumococcal Infections
Pneumonia, Mycoplasma
Tonsillitis
Pediatric Patients
Otitis
Sore Throat
Streptococcus pyogenes
Streptococcus Agalactiae Infection

Effectiveness

How Zithromax Affects PatientsMacrolides are a type of drug used to treat bacterial infections by stopping the bacteria from growing and making proteins. Azithromycin has extra qualities that can help with respiratory diseases, and is sometimes used to treat these conditions.
How Zithromax works in the bodyAzithromycin works by binding to the ribosomal proteins of bacteria, preventing them from making proteins. This stops bacteria from replicating and helps to control various bacterial infections.Azithromycin is more stable than other antibiotics, so it stays in the body longer and builds up higher concentrations in the tissues. This makes it more effective at fighting bacterial infections.

When to interrupt dosage

The quantity of Zithromax is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, including Streptococcus Agalactiae Infection, Chlamydia trachomatis and Genus Chlamydia. The measure of dosage is outlined in the table below, based on the route of administration.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Genital Ulcer Disease (GUD)
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Chancroid
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Tonsillitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Uterine Cervicitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Communicable Diseases
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Chlamydia trachomatis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Genus Chlamydia
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Adult Patients
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Haemophilus ducreyi infection
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Streptococcus pyogenes
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Moraxella catarrhalis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Sinusitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Streptococcus Agalactiae Infection
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Otitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Urethritis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Tonsillitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Granule, for suspension, extended release, Granule, for suspension, extended release - Oral, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, For suspension, For suspension - Oral, Parenteral, Powder, for suspension - Parenteral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Bacterial conjunctivitis
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Pneumonia, Mycoplasma
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Communicable Diseases
, 600.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 2000.0 mg, 1.0 %, 90.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL
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Warnings

Zithromax Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Azithromycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Jaundice, Obstructive
Do Not Combine
prior azithromycin use
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Azithromycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Azithromycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Azithromycin may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Zithromax.
Common Zithromax Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Anagrelide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Azithromycin is combined with Anagrelide.
Arsenic trioxide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Azithromycin is combined with Arsenic trioxide.
Artemether
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Azithromycin is combined with Artemether.
Asenapine
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Azithromycin is combined with Asenapine.
Astemizole
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Azithromycin is combined with Astemizole.
Zithromax Toxicity & Overdose RiskIn rats, the lowest dose of azithromycin that causes toxicity is over 2000mk/kg. This drug could potentially cause heart rhythm problems and hearing loss, and has been linked to macrolide resistance. Liver and kidney damage have been reported in rare cases. Azithromycin is a pregnancy category B drug, meaning it has not been proven to be harmful to a fetus, but should be used with caution if pregnant. This drug may also be found in breast milk, so caution should be taken when nursing. Animal studies have not found any evidence of cancer or fertility problems caused by azithromycin.
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Zithromax Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Zithromax?

Currently, 9 active studies are examining the possibility of administering Zithromax for the management of Moraxella Catarrhalis Infection, Staphylococcus (S.) Aureus Infection and Communicable Diseases.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Sinusitis
21 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 3
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Staphylococcus (S.) Aureus Infection
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Streptococcus pyogenes
0 Actively Recruiting
Moraxella catarrhalis
0 Actively Recruiting
Streptococcus Agalactiae Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Haemophilus Influenzae Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Uterine Cervicitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Genital Ulcer Disease (GUD)
0 Actively Recruiting
unable to prescribe first line therapy for streptococcus pyogenes tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Streptococcus pyogenes
0 Actively Recruiting
Diarrhea
0 Actively Recruiting
Tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumococcal Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Pediatric Patients
0 Actively Recruiting
Adult Patients
0 Actively Recruiting
Chancroid
0 Actively Recruiting

Zithromax Reviews: What are patients saying about Zithromax?

5Patient Review
3/20/2021
Zithromax for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
My doctor has said that I'll likely need to take this medication permanently. He believes it's helping my body build immunity. I'm concerned about long-term effects, but I will say that it has kept me from getting hospitalized for lung infections.
5Patient Review
2/15/2021
Zithromax for Acute Bacterial Infection of the Sinuses
This medication was effective from the first dose. I experienced some bad stomach pain and diarrhea, but it was worth it to get rid of my sinus infection.
5Patient Review
1/10/2022
Zithromax for Infection of the Middle Ear caused by Streptococcus
I waited a bit too long to see the doctor, but when I finally did and he prescribed this medication, it helped my breathing and cough within two days. We think I had the end of covid, had all shots. For me it's a life saver. I take with food otherwise I feel more nasua. I am taking 2nd prescription to make sure this gets rid of it. Not related to medicine but this virus has made me extremely weak. But feel like each day is better.
5Patient Review
2/15/2021
Zithromax for Acute Bacterial Infection of the Sinuses
Though it caused some stomach pain and orange stool, this treatment was effective for my sinus infection. Z-packs have always worked great for me in the past, though sometimes I've needed a second round to completely eliminate the infection.
5Patient Review
3/20/2021
Zithromax for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
My doctor has me on this medication long-term, claiming it builds up antibodies. I worry about potential side effects down the line, but I will say that it has kept me from returning to the hospital for lung infections.
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Patient Q&A Section about zithromax

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How fast does Zithromax work?

"The most common side effects of Zithromax are diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Generally, it takes about five days for the full effect."

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What infections are treated with Zithromax?

"Otitis media, tonsillitis, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and sinusitis are all caused by bacteria."

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What is Zithromax used for?

"Azithromycin is used to treat bacterial infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu)."

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Is Zithromax a penicillin?

"Zithromax is not a penicillin. It is a macrolide antibiotic. Macrolides work by inhibiting protein synthesis and blocking the assembly of the 50S ribosomal subunit. This structure helps coordinate protein synthesis in cells."

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