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What should my health care professional know before I take this medicine. They need to know if you have any of these conditions; kidney disease; liver disease pneumonia stomach problems especially colitis other chronic illness; an unusual or allergic reaction to azithromycin other macrolide antibiotics such as erythromycin, foods, dyes, or preservatives pregnant or trying to get pregnant breast-feeding How should I take this medicine.

Do not take this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Store Zithromax at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible dark yellow or brown urine; difficulty breathing; severe or watery diarrhea; skin rash, itching; irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or chest pain; vomiting; yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome diarrhea; dizziness, drowsiness; hearing loss; headache; increased sensitivity to the sun; nausea; stomach pain or cramps; tiredness; vaginal irritation, itching or discharge This list may not describe all possible side effects.

Do not take antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or after you take Zithromax.

Azithromycin tablets can be taken with or without food. Take your doses at regular intervals.

Take Zithromax for the full prescribed length of time.

Shake the oral Zithromax suspension liquid well just before you measure a dose. To be sure you get the correct dose, measure the liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon.

To use the oral suspension single dose packet Open the packet and pour the medicine into 2 ounces of water.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen SPF 30 or higher when you are outdoors.

Where can I keep my medicine. Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Antacids astemizole; digoxin dihydroergotamine ergotamine magnesium salts terfenadine triazolam warfarin Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs.

These may affect the way your medicine works.

There are many other medicines that can interact with azithromycin. Tell your doctor about all medications you use.

Do not take antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or after you take Zithromax.

If you get severe or watery diarrhea, do not treat yourself. Call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.

Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to any healthcare provider who treats you.

Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Do not share this medicine with others. What if I miss a dose.

There should be an interval of at least 12 hours between doses.

Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds.

Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds.

Zithromax may be taken with or without food. Take the medicine with food if it upsets your stomach.