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What is an azithromycin?
An azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic derived from erythromycin.
Is doxycycline related to erythromycin?
is azithromycin and doxycycycline in the same family
Will erythromycin help for MRSA?
Azithromycin is generally not used for the treatment of MRSA.
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.
What is roximycin?
It's a macrolide antibiotic (a cousin of erythromycin and azithromycin) not on the market in the US, as far as I can tell.
What drug is an example of a macrolide?
You have erythromycin, roxithromycin, clarithromycin and azithromycin. They come under the category of macrolide drugs.
Are you able to crush up Azithromycin 500 mg?
Yes you can. Unlike erythromycin, azithromycin is acid-stable and can therefore be taken orally with no need of protection from gastric acids. It is readily absorbed, but its absorption is greater on an empty stomach. Source is Wikipedia on Azithromycin.
Can omeprazole be taken with erythromycin ?
Both have complicated interactions. So it is better to switch over to pantaprazole and azithromycin. Both do not have such interactions.
What to take if allergic to penicillin?
Macrolide group of antibiotics can be taken if patient is allergic to penicillin. They have the same spectrum as that of penicillin. That is gram positive and negative cocci and gram positive bacilli. They are Erythromycin, Roxithromycin, Clarithromycin and Azithromycin.
How do you treat bordetella pertussis?
Bordetella pertussis is typically treated with antibiotics, such as azithromycin or erythromycin, to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. Supportive care, such as rest, hydration, and monitoring of symptoms, is also important in managing the illness. Additionally, vaccination with the pertussis vaccine is a key preventive measure.
What is a azithromycin tablets?
Zithromax is the brand name for azithromycin, an antibiotic. It is used for a variety of infections, including ear infections, respiratory infections, and STIs.
How is whooping cough treated?
Erythromycin, a macrolide antibiotic, has been the antimicrobial of choice for treatment or post exposure prophylaxis of pertussis. Azithromycin and clarithromycin are better tolerated.
