Product Name   :    Azithromycin 7.5% Taste Mask Granules
Dosage Form   :    Suspension
Dose   :    100mg, 200mg / 5ml
Reference Product   :    Zithromax
API : DMF; Dossier — CTD   :    Available
Originator   :    PLIVA
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu)
Azithromycin is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections.[2] This includes middle ear infections, strep throat, pneumonia, traveler's diarrhea, and certain other intestinal infections.[2] It may also be used for a number of sexually transmitted infections including chlamydia and gonorrhea infections.[2] Along with other medications, it may also be used for malaria.[2] It can be taken by mouth or intravenously with doses once per day.[2] Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and upset stomach.[2] An allergic reaction such as anaphylaxis, QT prolongation, or a type of diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile is possible.[2] No harm has been found with its use during pregnancy.[2] Its safety during breastfeeding is not confirmed, but it is likely safe.[3] Azithromycin is an azalide, a type of macrolide antibiotic.[2] It works by decreasing the production of protein, thus stopping bacterial growth.