Azithromycin for Bronchitis User Reviews (Page 2)

• str...
• January 7, 2017

"Worst flu I have ever had that turned into bronchitis. Doctor prescribed this - two tabs the first day and then 1 a day for four days. On my third day, an incredible difference - no more scary cough. I had no side effects, but it sounds like some people do."

• car...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2013

Azithromycin Dose Pack (azithromycin) "Took the 5-day Z-pack for this bronchitis I have had for a month now. After the 1st day, I felt great, but then downhill from there. 6 days after finishing it, I wound up in the E.R., they gave the Z-pack again... much to my chagrin. I finished it 3 days ago, and while I have more energy, my cough is still bad. I know the infection is still there, my white blood cell count is high at 18,000, but they also put me on Prednisone, which causes a high white blood cell count. So they can't differentiate/determine the cause of the high white count, whether infection or prednisone. Chest x-ray shows bronchitis. Friends who've had bronchitis are suggesting Bactrim, I will discuss this with my doctor."

• Nic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 13, 2015

Azithromycin Dose Pack (azithromycin) "I was prescribed and took the Azithromycin pack (Z Pack) when I came down with an acute case of bronchitis. It was the traditional 2 pills at the first dose, and then 1 pill each following day. I started to feel a noticeable improvement by day 3, and was nearly completely better 7-8 days later. The medicine definitely worked for me, however, the side effects were strongly unpleasant. I had severe stomach pains, along with diarrhea, even when I did take the pills with food. Since the pills work for 10 days, I had the side effects for that long too. Overall though, I'm happy I took the Z Pack and it helped cure me quickly."

• Mol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2020

Zithromax (azithromycin) "I would be very careful taking this antibiotic if you have heart issues. I have mitral valve prolapse and tachycardia, and this antibiotic made it worse after one dose. I asked my doctor three times if it was okay to take if you have heart problems, and she said yes. I’ve since read that it could cause an arrhythmia issue. Well, great, I already have that. Thinking about changing doctors now. Definitely will avoid this antibiotic in the future."

• Sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 8, 2019

Zithromax (azithromycin) "I took a total of two doses: two caplets on day one and one caplet on day two. That night, I had horrible night sweats that soaked through two sets of pajamas. My heart was racing, and I had a metallic taste in my mouth. Stopped taking it. My bronchitis has been going away without it, and finally, one week after I stopped taking it, I'm no longer sweating, the bad taste is gone, and my heart rate is back to normal."

• Smo...
• August 1, 2019

Zithromax (azithromycin) "Zithromax is one of the worst medications I have ever taken. This drug gave me acute liver damage with liver function readings of 560 @ ferritin of 3000, also acute pain. Had to go to emergency. This is a dangerous drug. I took it for several weeks, 3 times a week for prevention of chest infection at a dosage of 250 mg."

• Sic...
• January 24, 2016

"I'm 43, with a lifelong history of bronchitis. When I get sick, I often find myself coughing until I vomit. I have been prescribed the 'Z Pack' several times. I have found that, while it does ultimately take care of the bronchitis, it takes at least 7-8 days from the time I start the medicine until I begin to feel relief. In fact, during this current episode, my symptoms continued to worsen until today, which is the day I took the last pill. I don't yet feel any better, but today I am not getting any worse. This is consistent with each of the other times I have been prescribed this medication. I typically don't have major stomach issues while taking the medicine, but on occasion, have had issues the first and second day."

• CSi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2016

"I have used this numerous times for both bronchitis and sinusitis, and it has always worked great for me. The 5-day Z-pack is great. I don't have to take a pill for 14 days, and that is awesome. Every time I have taken it, I have experienced stomach pain on the first day, but each day following it, no problems. This medicine is awesome, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants fast and effective relief!!"

• Lov...
• October 21, 2015

"I've been in the throes of bronchitis this week. Started with my throat so sore I couldn't even swallow water and traveled quickly into my chest with that cough that is so painful. Now I'm very stomach intolerant of antibiotics, but this time I just didn't care. I would have done anything to feel better. My doctor gave me the Z-Pak yesterday, and within hours of taking the day 1 two-pill dose, I began to feel better. My fever broke overnight, and this morning I feel 80% better. The only drawback is that now that I've been telling my husband how great I feel today, I probably will have to actually do some housework. Thanks, Z-Pak! You kicked my bronchitis's butt!"

• Bri...
• October 1, 2016

"If you have asthma and start to feel bronchitis coming on, get Z-pack and prednisone. That is a magical combo for asthmatic bronchitis. The antibiotics are usually only needed for those of us with lung disease or where bronchitis still lingers after a week."

• KJJ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2023

"Took for bronchitis. Antibiotics normally don't treat me kindly, but would gladly take an upset stomach and diarrhea for a few days then have to deal with pneumonia. I did feel more anxious on it, but that's just something that happens. Woke up sweating with a racing heart one night. I had a wild fever at the time, so that was probably the cause. A lot of people tend to leave reviews only when they've had a bad experience with the drug. I assure you, there's plenty of positive experiences. I wasn't side-effect free. Buuuuut I'm now bronchitis free! Sometimes, you gotta take one for the team. Stay healthy, folks."

• Anonymous
• August 5, 2012

Zithromax (azithromycin) "I came down with bronchitis and was prescribed Zithromax. I was prone to ear infections when I was younger and was always prescribed this because I was allergic to penicillin. I had no side effects then, but now I have bad stomach cramps and diarrhea."

• Ost...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2015

"I had developed bronchitis due to allergy-induced asthma. I was having major trouble breathing just walking up stairs, and I'm a 30-year-old normally super healthy person. I have taken azithromycin two times now, and both times the medication kicks in fast with no side effects! Love this antibiotic!"

• Z-p...
• January 2, 2013

"I went through 4 days of hell. Coughing to the point my sides would cramp. Night sweats and constant chills (when I say night sweats, I mean a waterfall). Finally went to the clinic and was told that I have severe bronchitis and onset pneumonia. He gave me a 5-day Z-pack, and since taking my first dose, I have improved. I was also given Ventolin. Combined, they are working."

• CJe...
• August 23, 2017

Zithromax (azithromycin) "Overall, the medications I was prescribed by the doctors worked pretty well. I had an awful cough for a little over two weeks, constantly coughing up phlegm, and had horrible wheezing. It says online to try and wait it out for two weeks, but since nothing was getting better, I went to the doctors. I was prescribed the Z pack, a 5-day dose of prednisone, and an inhaler. After about 3 days on the medications, there was a significant difference. I no longer was experiencing cough attacks, and the amount I was wheezing diminished. I've been off the medication for 3 days now, and a majority of my bronchitis is gone. I experienced no side effects with any of the medications and am overall happy with the results."

• Mam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 25, 2012

"I am allergic to most antibiotics, including Amoxicillin and Erythromycin. Upon reaching my 8th month of pregnancy, my family all came down with bronchitis, and unfortunately, I caught it as well. The doctors prescribed me the Z-Pack, and within 24 hours I felt tremendously better, which says a lot, considering I was in so much pain I could hardly even function. It took away the body aches, the hot/cold sweats, the fever, and suppressed my coughing. Of the few antibiotics I'm able to take, the Z-Pack always has and will be my first choice - it never ceases to amaze me at how quickly and effectively it works! My whole family swears by it. Highly recommended, 10/10, and two thumbs up. The occasional side effect is worth it."

• Nas...
• September 26, 2014

"My doctor prescribed me azithromycin for the first time. I was given 6 250 mg tabs (2 on the first day, 1 for 4 days) for my nasal infection. On day 5, I still have the sinus infection. I do not drink alcohol. The antibiotic did not work."

• JDa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 30, 2019

"Everyone in my family got sick on Halloween, and it is now 12-30-19. Everyone had bronchitis, and my wife had pneumonia. My wife, two young kids, and I all got Z-packs. All got better but me. I still have fluid in my lungs and cough all day long for months. I have been to the doctor two times - they say, 'Oh, it will get better'? What? I have been coughing for 10 weeks, and I feel like I am drowning with the stuff in my lungs?! All they gave me was the 5-day Z-pack, and it did nothing."

• rse...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 11, 2018

Azithromycin Dose Pack (azithromycin) "I am allergic to amoxicillin, so the only thing that I get prescribed is the Z-Pack! I like it that the Dose Pack is pre-dosed for you! Within a few days, I feel better! I usually get the lower dose! So by day 5, I feel 85%. I like it when it stays in my system even after taking the last dose!"

• Iri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 22, 2019

"I was sick 3 days with a horrible burning chest cough and burning raw sore throat, fever, and really bad nasal congestion. Went to Kaiser, and the physician said I had bronchitis or possibly the flu. Suspected bronchitis and gave me a 5-day Z-Pack along with some cough medication. Went on a Tuesday and began to feel much better by late Thursday. Worked a freaking miracle for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2012

"I had a nasty case of bronchitis. After two weeks, my cough was keeping me and my spouse awake at night. After 5 days on the Z pack, my cough was much better. This medication has a long half-life and stays in your system long after the last dose. Ten days later and I still feel it hasn't entirely left me. Still feel a little dragged out as I always do with antibiotics. Cough is almost gone, a little lingering congestion, but much better. (A few years ago, I didn't treat my cough and it lasted 6 months.) Although the directions say you can take it with or without food, I read elsewhere that the medicine is absorbed better on an empty stomach. So I took my last two pills at 2:00 AM long after I had eaten, and this seemed to help knock out the cough."

• Hig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 11, 2017

Zithromax (azithromycin) "OMG never again. Within 30 min of taking the 2 pills for the first dose, I experienced a feeling of being intoxicated. It is now 12 hrs later. I still feel high or intoxicated like I had a couple of heavy drinks in me. I'm stumbling, cannot operate a vehicle, walk, or even take a shower or stare at this screen or type on my phone. This drug is horrible. I am jittery and I feel like I'm dying so bad that I just had to call an on-call DR to prescribe me some Augmentin, which I know I can tolerate. I'm taking panic attacks and I feel I am in a brain fog and "comfortably numb". Cannot concentrate or think on this drug. Its the same feeling like right after a percocet, but the high feeling hasn't let up. I hope this feeling goes away soon!!"

• Mam...
• October 17, 2015

"I've only been on this medicine for two days, and already I feel so much better! I don't ache, the fever is gone, no more night sweats, and I am FINALLY sleeping through the night! I haven't had any bad side effects from this medicine. Even though I feel better, I know I still have to continue taking it till it's all gone."

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2016

"I get bronchitis very easily during high pollen seasons. It starts with normal to me allergy and asthma symptoms. I go to sleep and wake up-BOOM! I have bronchitis. This happened last Friday. When I woke up about 10:00, I was running a fever and coughing terribly. Fever went up to 105.2. It scared me. Over the weekend, I fought the fever the best I could. I was in the doctor’s office by 8:00 on Monday. I haven't seen a big improvement in anything except my fever is gone. I'm on day 3 of the Z-Pack and prednisone. Still coughing outrageously. Now it feels like I have a head cold also. I sneezed about a hundred times last night. I will see how I feel on the last day of the Z-Pack, but so far it hasn't done what I had hoped it would."

• Bea...
• March 9, 2016

"I have been getting bronchitis almost every year for the last 11 years. The Z-Pack is what I was given this time and 9 months ago. For this round, I just had my day 3 dosage. I started feeling somewhat better yesterday, however, I think I overdid it at work. I completely lost my breath and started coughing horribly again to where I had to go outside and sit down for close to 10 minutes to calm everything down and be able to breathe. Overall, I feel like it is working as long as I take it easy... the only side effects I have had are I'm exhausted no matter how much sleep I get."