Azithromycin for Injection
 Azithromycin for Injection is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, skin, and eye in adults and children. It may also be effective in some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.
Azithromycin for Injection is a macrolide antibacterial drug used to treat certain bacterial infections. It is administered via intravenous (IV) infusion and is available in a lyophilized form for reconstitution1. Here are some key details about Azithromycin for Injection:
Indications and Usage:
Community-Acquired Pneumonia: Azithromycin is effective in treating community-acquired pneumonia in adults1.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: It can also be used for the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease in adults1.
Drug-Resistant Bacteria: To maintain effectiveness and prevent drug-resistant bacteria, azithromycin should be used only for proven or strongly suspected infections caused by susceptible bacteria1.
Dosage and Administration:
Community-Acquired Pneumonia: The recommended dosage for community-acquired pneumonia is 500 mg as a single daily IV dose for at least two days1.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: For pelvic inflammatory disease, the recommended dosage is 500 mg as a single daily IV dose for one or two days1.
Contraindications:
Azithromycin should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide, or ketolide antibacterial drugs1.
Patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction associated with prior azithromycin use should also avoid this medication1.
Warnings and Precautions:
Serious allergic and skin reactions may occur. If any reaction occurs, discontinue azithromycin and initiate appropriate therapy1.
Hepatotoxicity (severe and sometimes fatal liver damage) has been reported. Monitor for signs and symptoms of hepatitis and discontinue azithromycin if necessary1.
Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis (IHPS) has been reported following azithromycin use in neonates. Parents and caregivers should be aware of vomiting or irritability with feeding and contact a physician if these symptoms occur1.
Prolongation of the QT interval and cases of torsades de pointes (a type of abnormal heart rhythm) have been reported1.
Remember to consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice regarding the use of Azithromycin for Injection in your specific situation. 😊