Zithromax Z-Pak

Generic name:azithromycin (oral/injection) [ a-ZITH-roe-MYE-sin ]
Brand names: Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax IV, Zithromax TRI-PAK, Zithromax Z-Pak
Drug class:Macrolides

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 22, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Zithromax Z-Pak?

Zithromax Z-Pak is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the lungs, sinus, throat, tonsils, skin, urinary tract, cervix, or genitals.

Zithromax Z-Pak may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use Zithromax Z-Pak if you have ever had an allergic reaction, jaundice, or liver problems while taking Zithromax Z-Pak. You should not use this medicine if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Zithromax Z-Pak if you are allergic to it, or if you have ever had:

• jaundice or liver problems caused by taking Zithromax Z-Pak; or

• a severe allergic reaction to similar drugs such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, or telithromycin.

Zithromax Z-Pak oral should not be used to treat pneumonia in people who have:

• cystic fibrosis;

• an infection after be...