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Azithromycin online prescriptions
Azithromycin is U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved to treat mild to moderate bacterial infections caused by susceptible strains of select microorganisms.
Want to know if azithromycin is the appropriate fit for your infection? Find a healthcare provider on Klarity Health and get an online azithromycin prescription in as little as 24 hours.* Simple, affordable care. No hidden fees.
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What is azithromycin?
Azithromycin is FDA-approved to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible strains of microorganisms that cause different bacterial infections. Infections include acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections, urethritis, cervicitis, and genital ulcer disease in men.
Azithromycin is part of a medication class known as macrolide antibiotics, which work by stopping bacterial growth.
Also known as a Z-Pak, Zithromax (azithromycin) is the brand-name version and was approved by the FDA in 2002. Generic azithromycin was FDA-approved in 2005.
Off-label uses of azithromycin include the treatment of salmonella and long-term prophylaxis, or preventative care, for bronchiolitis obliterans (BO) in people who’ve had lung transplants. BO is a rare chronic lung disease that gets worse over time.
How does azithromycin work?
Azithromycin is in the drug class of macrolide antibiotics. Macrolide antibiotics work by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria.
Azithromycin binds to the bacterial ribosome and prevents protein synthesis, which stops the bacteria from spreading. A ribosome is a tiny machine in your cells that creates proteins from amino acids during a process known as protein synthesis. Protein synthesis is typically good for your body, but you don’t want bacteria to go through protein synthesis when you have a bacterial infection. That’s how bacteria grows and keeps you sick.
Azithromycin won’t work for viral infections, like the flu, colds, or others. Viruses and viral infections require different treatments.
Who can take azithromycin?
Azithromycin is FDA-approved to treat several types of mild to moderate bacterial infections. These infections include tonsilitis, pneumonia, skin infections, acute bacterial sinusitis, genital ulcer disease, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), inflammation of the urethra (urethritis), and inflammation of the cervix (cervicitis).
Your healthcare provider can also prescribe azithromycin for off-label uses, including the treatment of salmonella and long-term prophylaxis for BO in people who’ve had lung transplants. The FDA has issued a warning about how the long-term use of azithromycin after a donor stem cell transplant can boost your risk of cancer relapse.
Azithromycin can treat bacterial infections in adults and children over the age of 6 months. It’s not recommended for children under the age of 2 for strep throat or tonsil infections.
Azithromycin shouldn’t be used in people with pneumonia who can’t take oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness, medical conditions, or risk factors, including any of the following:
• Cystic fibrosis
• Nosocomial infections
• Known or suspected bacteremia (bacteria in the blood)
• Requiring hospitalization
• Elderly or debilitated
• Significant underlying health issues that can compromise their ability to respond to their illness, including immunodeficiency
How to get an azithromycin online prescription
To get an azithromycin online prescription medication, you first need to see a licensed healthcare provider, including an online doctor (MD), nurse practitioner (NP), or physician assistant/associate (PA). You can meet with your healthcare provider either online or off to figure out if azithromycin is the right treatment for you.
Find a healthcare provider on Klarity Health for an online appointment in as little as 24 hours.* Your provider can offer medical advice and medical attention, diagnose you with a bacterial infection, and determine if azithromycin is the right treatment for you, based on your symptoms, medical history, and any other conditions you have.
Some states require at least 1 in-person visit before a healthcare provider can prescribe you medication. Find online prescribing regulations for your state on the Center for Connected Health Policy website.
Azithromycin dosages and how to use it
Azithromycin and Zithromax oral tablets come in 250-milligram and 500-milligram strengths. There are also 250-milligram oral capsules and 200-milligram liquid azithromycin in 5 milliliters available. Azithromycin also comes in single-dose vials for injection at 500 milligrams per vial.
The typical dosage for azithromycin is 500 milligrams per day for 3 to 10 days. Your healthcare provider can prescribe you a one-off higher dose of 1 or 2 grams for some bacterial infections.
The dosage for azithromycin is lower for children and people with kidney or liver issues.
You typically need to take a single dose of azithromycin per day. Make sure to take azithromycin at the same time every day. Swallow the oral capsules and tablets whole with a drink of water. Take capsules at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating. You can take tablets or liquid azithromycin with or without food.
If you miss a dose of azithromycin, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, simply skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the normal time.
Store azithromycin tablets at room temperature and away from extreme heat and moisture. You can store liquid azithromycin either in the refrigerator or at room temperature, but don’t keep the liquid for more than 10 days.
Azithromycin side effects and warnings
The most common side effects of azithromycin and Zithromax are diarrhea, stomach upset, loose stools, nausea, and abdominal pain.
Azithromycin and Zithromax’s more serious side effects include palpitations, chest pain, dyspepsia, flatulence, vomiting, melena, cholestatic jaundice, monilia, vaginitis, nephritis, dizziness, headache, vertigo, somnolence, fatigue, rash, pruritis, photosensitivity, and angioedema. Let your healthcare provider know if you experience any of these serious side effects when taking azithromycin or Zithromax.
Azithromycin and Zithromax can have drug interactions with meds, including nelfinavir, warfarin, and macrolides, including digoxin, colchicine, and phenytoin.
Let your healthcare provider know if you have the following conditions before taking azithromycin or Zithromax:
- Diabetes
- Myasthenia gravis, a muscle-weakening condition
- Ever had diarrhea when you’ve taken antibiotics in the past
- Heart issues, including irregular heartbeats
- Kidney or liver problems, including hepatic dysfunction and cholestatic jaundice associated with prior use of azithromycin
- Ever had an allergic reaction to azithromycin or any other medication
If you take azithromycin or Zithromax and have any side effects, work with your provider and consider reporting negative side effects to the FDA by visiting MedWatch or calling 1-800-FDA-1088.
What does azithromycin cost?
Azithromycin tablets cost about $21 for a supply of 30 250-milligram tablets and $27 for a supply of 30 500-milligram tablets, according to drugs.com with its discount card.
A supply of 30 250-milligram Zithromax oral tablets costs about $77, while a supply of 30 500-milligram Zithromax oral tablets costs about $103 with the drugs.com discount card.
Other prescription discount sites, like NeedyMeds, SingleCare Rx, and Optum Perks, can help you save money on azithromycin and Zithromax, whether or not you have insurance.
How does azithromycin compare to other antibiotic medications?
Azithromycin and amoxicillin are 2 of the most commonly used antibiotics. Amoxicillin is FDA-approved to treat bacterial infections found in the ears, nose, throat, and other areas. Like azithromycin, amoxicillin works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria.
While azithromycin is approved to treat adults and children 6 months and older, amoxicillin can be used in pediatric patients as young as 3 months old. Also, amoxicillin is in the penicillin family, so people who are allergic to penicillin should avoid taking it and take a macrolide like azithromycin instead.
The most common side effects of amoxicillin include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, anxiety, insomnia, and mild abdominal pain.
The best way to find out which antibiotic is best for you, if any, is to talk to a licensed healthcare provider.
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