Azithromycin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Uses:
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).
Common azithromycin side effects may include:
- diarrhea;
- nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; or
- headache.
Molecular formula: C38H72N2O12
Molecular weight: 748.996 g/mol
