Dosage form: tablet, film coated
Drug class:Macrolides
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 1, 2022.
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Indications and Usage for Azithromycin Dihydrate
Azithromycin tablets are macrolide antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below. Recommended dosages and durations of therapy in adult and pediatric patient populations vary in these indications. [see Dosage and Administration ( 2)]
Adult Patients
- Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Acute bacterial sinusitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Morax...