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Azithromycin is your trusted antibiotic ally—a powerful macrolide that fights bacterial infections like respiratory infections, skin infections, and more. Known as the famous "Z-Pak" (Zithromax), it works by stopping bacteria from growing, giving your body the upper hand to heal faster with convenient once-daily dosing.
- ✅ 250mg & 500mg tablets available; 200mg/5mL suspension for kids
- ⭐ PNF Listed - Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition essential antibiotic
- ✅ Convenient Dosing: Once daily for 3-5 days vs. 7-10 days for other antibiotics
- ✅ No Prescription? Get a FREE teleconsultation with our licensed doctor during checkout
Understanding Azithromycin: Your 5-Day Antibiotic Solution
Azithromycin is a trusted macrolide antibiotic listed in the Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition as an essential medicine for fighting bacterial infections. Commonly known by its brand name Zithromax or the "Z-Pak," this antibiotic is prescribed by Filipino doctors for its effectiveness and convenient short-course treatment compared to traditional antibiotics.
How Azithromycin Works (Simple Explanation)
Think of bacteria as invaders multiplying rapidly in your body. Azithromycin acts like a "factory shut-down" button—it blocks the bacteria's protein production, stopping them from growing and multiplying. This gives your immune system the chance to eliminate the existing bacteria and clear the infection. Unlike other antibiotics that require 7-10 days of treatment, Azithromycin often works in just 3-5 days, making it easier to complete your full course.
What Infections Does Azithromycin Treat?
As an essential medicine recognized by the Department of Health (DOH), Azithromycin effectively treats:
- Respiratory infections: Pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, and community-acquired pneumonia
- Skin infections: Impetigo, cellulitis, and other bacterial skin conditions
- Ear & throat infections: Otitis media (middle ear infection), strep throat
- Sexually transmitted infections: Chlamydia, gonorrhea (in combination therapy)
- Other conditions: Typhoid fever, some traveler's diarrhea, and pertussis (whooping cough)
Azithromycin Quick Guide: What You Need to Know
| Available Forms | 250mg and 500mg film-coated tablets; 200mg/5mL oral suspension (15mL, 60mL bottles); 500mg powder for IV infusion (PNF standards) |
| Standard Adult Dosage | 500mg on Day 1, then 250mg once daily on Days 2-5 (or 500mg daily for 3 days depending on infection type) |
| Pediatric Dosage | Based on body weight (10mg/kg on Day 1, then 5mg/kg daily for 4 days or as single dose for some infections) |
| Best Time to Take | Once daily, with or without food. Take at the same time each day. Can take with food if stomach upset occurs |
| Storage | Store tablets at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Reconstituted suspension: store below 25°C and use within 10 days |
Why Choose Azithromycin from MedsGo?
- ✅ PNF Quality Assurance: Our Azithromycin complies with Philippine National Formulary standards, ensuring you receive DOH-approved essential antibiotic medicine that meets strict quality requirements.
- ✅ Fast Relief, Short Course: Complete your antibiotic course in just 3-5 days instead of the usual 7-10 days with other antibiotics—better compliance means better outcomes!
- ✅ Temperature-Controlled Storage: Unlike generic warehouses, our FDA-registered pharmacies store antibiotics properly to maintain potency and effectiveness.
- ✅ Doctor Care Included: No prescription? No problem. Add to cart and get a FREE teleconsultation with our licensed physician—no hidden fees, valid prescription provided if appropriate.
- ✅ Flexible Options: Order for delivery OR pick up at any MedsGo pharmacy nationwide for same-day availability.
- ✅ Generic & Branded Options: Choose from affordable generic Azithromycin or branded Zithromax to fit your budget and preference.
Important Safety Information ⚠️
Using antibiotics responsibly protects you and prevents antibiotic resistance:
- Complete the Full Course: Even if you feel better after 2 days, finish ALL prescribed doses. Stopping early can cause the infection to return and create resistant bacteria.
- Common Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache—usually mild and temporary
- Serious Side Effects (Seek Medical Help): Irregular heartbeat, severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), severe diarrhea (may indicate C. difficile infection)
- Drug Interactions: Inform our doctor if you take heart rhythm medications, blood thinners, or anti-seizure drugs
- Contraindications: Patients with liver disease, certain heart rhythm disorders (QT prolongation), or allergy to macrolide antibiotics should inform the doctor immediately
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Mahalagang Impormasyon sa Tagalog
Azithromycin: Ang Mabisang Antibiotics sa Loob ng 5 Araw
Ang Azithromycin ay isang macrolide antibiotic na nakalista sa Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition bilang mahalagang gamot. Kilala rin ito sa pangalang Zithromax o "Z-Pak"—paborito ito ng mga doktor dahil sa bisa at madaling schedule ng pag-inom (minsan isang beses lang sa isang araw).
Para Saan Ang Azithromycin?
Ginagamit ito sa mga sumusunod na impeksyon:
- Impeksyon sa baga at lalamunan: Pulmonya, bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis
- Impeksyon sa balat: Impetigo, cellulitis
- Impeksyon sa tenga: Otitis media
- Sexually transmitted infections: Chlamydia, gonorrhea
- Iba pa: Typhoid fever, ubo na pertussis (whooping cough)
Paano Gamitin
Karaniwang dosage: 500mg sa unang araw, tapos 250mg isang beses sa isang araw sa mga sumusunod na araw (Araw 2-5). Pwede rin 500mg araw-araw sa loob ng 3 araw depende sa sabi ng doktor. Pwede inumin kahit walang laman ang tiyan o kasabay ng pagkain kung masama ang pakiramdam ng sikmura.
Bakit Piliin ang MedsGo?
- ✅ PNF Quality: Aprubado ng DOH, nasa Philippine National Formulary listahan ng essential medicines
- ✅ Tamang Pag-iimbak: Naka-temperature control sa aming FDA-registered pharmacies
- ✅ Libre Konsulta: Walang reseta? Libre ang teleconsultation sa aming doktor
- ✅ Pambansang Botika: Pwede ring bumili sa kahit anong MedsGo pharmacy sa buong bansa
Mga Babala sa Paggamit ⚠️
- Tapusin ang Buong Kurso: Kahit gumaling na pagkalipas ng 2 araw, tapusin ang lahat ng reseta upang hindi bumalik ang sakit at magka-antibiotic resistance
- Karaniwang Side Effects: Pagkahilo, pagsusuka, diarrhea, sakit ng tiyan—karaniwan ay pansamantala lang
- Seryosong Side Effects: Hindi regular na tibok ng puso, severe allergy (pantal, pamamaga, hirap huminga)—tumawag agad sa doktor
- Pag-iingat: Mag-ingat kung may liver disease o problema sa tibok ng puso. Sabihin sa doktor ang lahat ng iniinom na gamot
