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Azithromycin binds to 50's subunits of the ribosomes of the bacterial ribosomes and inhibit the protein synthesis. The bacteria is killed there by.

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Does azithromycin work for sinus infections?

A cold, the typical cause of increased nasal mucus, is viral and will not be altered by taking azithromycin.


What if you did not take the 2 pills azithromycin at the same time will it still work?

No; it probably will not work when not taken at the same time.


What is an azithromycin?

An azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic derived from erythromycin.


Can azithromycin cure the flu?

No. Azithromycin is an antibiotic. Antibiotics only work to kill or control growth of bacteria. The flu is not caused by bacteria, so antibiotics are ineffective to treat it. Influenza is caused by viruses.


What is azithromycin tablets?

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Does Azithromycin contain Ibuprofen?

No, azithromycin is an antibiotic and does not contain ibuprofen.


Is azithromycin is an infection?

No, Azithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat infection.


What does azithromycin have in it?

Azithromycin is an antibiotic, with the trade name Zithromax. It contains the active medication, azithromycin, and some fillers to make the pill form.


Is azithromycin a live or dead vaccine?

Azithromycin is not a vaccine; it's an antibiotic.


Can you take metoprolol and azithromycin together?

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Can you take azithromycin and omeprazole together?

There are no drug interactions between azithromycin and oxycontin.


Can you take azithromycin if you are allergic to erythromycin?

Azithromycin must not be taken by a person who is allergic to erythromycin. The two antibiotics are closely related and work in a similar manner. A qualified health professional will be able to recommend a safe alternative.