Ingredient

Azithromycin

Azithromycin is an antibiotic ingredient used for the treatment of bacterial infections.

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What does it do?

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is primarily effective against respiratory, skin, and soft tissue infections.

Azithromycin works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of bacteria, preventing their proliferation. As a result, the bacteria causing the infection are either killed or their growth is suppressed.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Azithromycin has a longer half-life compared to other macrolide antibiotics, allowing for once-daily dosing, and it is effective against a wide range of bacteria.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.