Generic Zithromax - Relief from Bacterial Infections

Working

Generic Zithromax performs its task by preventing the replication of the infecting bacteria. It does this my culminating the formation of the double stranded DNA, this way the growth of the bacteria is stopped. It contains Azithromycin that puts a stop to the growth of infecting bacteria by interfering with the protein synthesis (i.e. production of proteins necessary for the growth of bacteria). It also inhibits the translation of mRNA because of which the growth of infecting bacteria is completely retarded.
Generic Zithromax completely stops the supply of essential nutrients to the infected part of the body until the bacteria are killed. Thus, the bacterial infection is completely eradicated by the intake of this medication. Infections occurring from Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. agalactiae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, etc. can be treated with the help of this antibacterial drug. This medication is noted to be more effective against the gram negative bacteria. Most importantly its mode of action doesn't put any adverse impact on the other body functions.

Dose

Generic Zithromax is usually taken in a single dosage of 250 mg in a day. No specific recommendations are made regarding the intake of this antibiotic medication. Depending upon the severity of infection, type of the infection, and general health of the suffering individual the prescription of this antibiotic drug is given. It is recommended to take this drug with full glass of water. You can take it with or without food. Suppose the dose of generic ZITHROMAX upsets your stomach then take it after food. Please don't increase the dosage without consulting the doctor.
In case of ear, throat, and skin infections, 500 mg of this antibiotic drug is given on the first day and the single dosage of 250 mg is continued for next 3 to 4 days. In case of children the dosage is recommended to be 150 mg in a day. In case of sexually transmitted diseases i.e. urethritis and cervicitis, single dose of 250 mg generic ZITHROMAX is prescribed. Dosage of 1000 mg to 1250 mg is prescribed for HIV patients because their immune system is weak.
Over dose results into side effects like vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Excessive intake on regular basis poisoning and lead to sudden death. If you miss the dosage of this antibiotic drug frequently then the bacteria causing the infection may become resistant to this medication.

Side Effects

Generic ZITHROMAX Side effects that can lead to the serious health hazards including difficulty in respiration, hives, dizziness, and rashes on skin as result of irritation and itching. Discontinue the dose of this medication instantly and consult your family physician.Common side effects noted due to the intake of this medication are jaundice, changes in the heartbeats rhythm, Sore throat, headaches, fever, burning sensation, faintness and tiredness, problems with hearing, decline in the sense of taste or smell, uneasiness, and insomnia. These side effects are observed momentarily and they ebb away as your body gets use to dosage of this medication.

Precautions

• Generic Zithromax is pregnancy category B drug according to the FDA. It means that it will not harm the unborn baby. But, we still recommend you to consult the doctor before using this medication.
• In the case of breast-feeding women, whether this antibiotic drug passes through the milk or not in still unknown so, please avoid taking this medication.
• Please tell your doctor if you are having the history of liver disorders, kidney disorders, QT syndrome, or heart disorders, and then according to the doctor's prescription consume this antibiotic drug.

Warnings

• Generic Zithromax should not be given to the children. Never try this because it may cause severe health hazards to the health of the child.
• Habitual intake is strictly prohibited as it may cause serious health complications. Also, never take this medication for more duration than prescribed because it will result into accumulation of Azithromycin in the kidney that will lead to the kidney disorders.
• This medication should never be taken in combination with Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune);
• Carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol), Pimozide (Oriap), Phenytoin (Dilantin), and Triazolam (Halcion) as this combination may result in increase in side effects.
• Intake of antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours of generic Zithromax should be prohibited.

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