Antibiotic / Antibiotic

Azithromycin

Macrolide antibiotic used in prescription contexts for susceptible bacterial infections. Key library cautions include QT-prolongation risk, drug interactions, liver symptoms, and antibiotic stewardship.

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Reference dosePrescription dosing depends on infection, organism, formulation, patient age/weight, organ function, and local resistance patterns. Verify label and clinician directions.

Half-lifeLong terminal tissue half-life, often discussed over multiple days; clinical regimen length is label- and indication-specific. hours

Risk flagmoderate

Regulatory noteReview required

Side effects and watch-outs

Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Headache
Liver enzyme changes
QT prolongation risk
C. difficile-associated diarrhea risk