Azithromycin for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection User Reviews (Page 2)

• DONT...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 7, 2018

"I can't believe it has a 7.5 out of 10. I feel more sick than I've ever been after 2 doses. I called my doctor and she told me not to finish the 5 day course. She is putting me on something else but I'm afraid to take it because I've never felt this kind of pain and sickness before and now I'm afraid to take any antibiotics.It's like the stomach flu amplified 10x. And most of the "good reviews" of this drug are about how the person didn't get sick, I didn't see much about this actually fixing the condition they had. I wish I could be in the hospital right now that's how bad it is. But I don't think they'd do anything for me"

• Biotin
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2015

"I work overnight shift in a hospital, sterile instrument supplies, not patient care. I picked up a bad head cold which morphed into a sinus infection, no fever. Not the end of the world of course, but after 3 weeks and 3 work shifts missed, I went and got it checked out, and was prescribed azithromyocin, 5-day treatment. Within 2 days my sinuses and head began improving but my only complaint is the possible side-effect of insomnia. Again, I work overnight shift, and sleeping during the day is never easy, but I've called off 3 additional work shifts since being on this medication, solely from not being able to sleep enough (less than 4 hours). Even though my head and sinuses are getting better, I refuse to work if I haven't slept enough."

• Anonymous
• February 9, 2011

"I went to the ER because I thought I had bronchitis. Turns out it was a Upper Respiratory Infection. I was given the Z-pak 500mg and was told to take the 2 pills as a first dose which was around 8:00pm. The next morning, I felt a lot better than the previous day and continued the regiment. But on the 3rd day I was nauseous and had this HORRIBLE metallic taste in my mouth. Now it's the 4th day and I can't stand this taste. However, the nasty coughing and the phlegm is pretty much gone. "

• Mikeloo
• September 7, 2017

"I was diagnosed with panbronchiolitis and mild bronchiectasis. I had a few episodes of serious flare up when I caught a viral flu that left my lungs filled with phlegm and breathlessness. My doctor treated me on such episodes with prednisolone and azithromycin. It works within 36 hours and my condition improve from then onwards."

• Anonymous
• November 6, 2009

"It is a very effective medicine if taken with full precautions and complete dosage as prescribed by the doctor. I am feeling well within 24 hrs but will continue the dosage for 2 more days to complete the cycle."

• Feeli...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2015

"I have been on Zithromax twice for an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection and both times I was as sick as a dog. Constant runs (comes on FAST, nausea, bloating, flatlence, aches, chills; basically feeling like I had a bad flu without the fever. I felt better just having the chest infection :-P Use this drug only if milder medications do not work!"

• Jah_i...
• February 22, 2017

"100 %APPROVAL..... 6 hrs after taking this, I felt 98 % better. Almost normal. I can't tell cause I feel great but friends from the Congregation say they see it in my eyes a bit, that and a small head ache. Nothing bothersome if I wasn't reclining way back to type this. I've used this medication a few times over the years. And averaging between the other antibiotics, it is uncomparable. It has always worked, as as always like with this time got around 2 and took it. I felt like DEATH this am, but now feel well enough tonight to go to a meeting at my congregation... For a 5 day course ......."

• Cary
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 9, 2018

"I’ve been super sick for the past week really bad chest congestion shortness of breath coughing phlegm body aches headaches fever the works. I took over the counter medicine then started albuterol every 4-5 hours and still feel horrible. The coughing has been constant Today on the 7th day I got prescribed the zpack literally within 5 hours I already felt a huge relief on my chest which is instantly felt better. The medicine is definitely working and it’s only day 1, so happy that soon my life will feel normal once again thankful"

• Bad...
• October 2, 2017

"Was prescribed the zpac for an upper respiratory infection and took two the first day and one after did nothing for me but make it worse. I can't even laugh with out coughing I stop taking it decided to take amoxicillan instead and now I'm coughing up my mucus. Do not recommend the zpac"

• Pam
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2017

"I was prescribed this product for an upper respiratory infection yesterday at the ER. The doc said to hold on from taking it for a couple of days because he thought I have a viral infection. Last night I was feeling so miserable, my sinuses were burning up, chest with lot of congestion, etc. So I called the nurse at the ER to ask if I could just take it right away, I am also pregnant.. She said to go ahead and take it, that it would not hurt if it was viral. I took the first 2 pills around 11pm. I could not sleep, it does raise your heart rate a little, I guess when it fights the infection.. Today I started feeling much better at around 5pm. I am so glad I followed my guts and took this med, it is a miracle med."

• Gigi
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 24, 2020

"I was on a Z pack. I'm allergic to penicillin, so this is my go-to for this type of sinus stuff. A word of the wise: YOGURT, KEFIR, PROBIOTICS. This will help you avoid all the terrible stomach cramps/diarrhea and potentially C.Diff or yeast infection. If you get yeast infections frequently with antibiotics, ask your doc to throw in a prescription for Diflucan. This antibiotic kills bad AND good bacteria, explaining why it messes with your natural gut flora. I had some gas, fatigue, and dizziness on these meds. Feeling better overall though!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 30, 2023

"I started azithromycin for upper respiratory symptoms such as cough, headache, nonstop cough, and congestion. I felt immediate relief from my head & ear pain on day 1. On day 2, I started coughing up phlegm and having more of a runny nose, which in this case is good. That is the point of the medication, to break down and remove the mucus buildup. I am on day 3, and everything is coming out and I feel a huge difference. This is a lifesaver for sure, especially after having this cough for almost 2 1/2 weeks already. No side effects, just slight nausea after an hour, but drinking water helps. I usually take it with a full glass of water, and it helps a lot and won't make you nauseous. Just keep in mind that the mucus and phlegm coming out is a work in progress. After holding it in with the sickness, the medicine's work is to release it all out. 10/10."

• Ecd
• December 10, 2017

"Amazing for chest infection. I had been tight and congested with fatigue and aches. Within a day of first dose the phlegm started to break up allowing me to cough the mucus out of my lungs. I feel so much better! It doesn’t always work due to virus/bacteria thing but I can usually tell the difference by how I feel and this time I was right. Zpack was needed and fixed me. No terrible side effects for me."

• Lissss
• December 20, 2017

"I had been sick for a few days before taking these. Enough had been enough when I couldn't breath because of thick, nasty mucus in my throat and a sinus infection. I had a extremely bad situation that lead to the removal of my gallbladder, so I have been dealing with gastro symptoms for months. I did take this with food and probiotic yogurt, but it lead to the worse diarrhea (I was sweating) and slight nausea (gassy). Bless those who battle worse side effects! You know despite the side effects I am staying positive because the POST NASAL DRIP WENT AWAY and I CAN BREATHE SOMEWHAT. I recommend taking a sick day if you begin this medication. 8/10 only because these side effects are awful to me. Otherwise, awesome antibiotics."

• Prissy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 7, 2020

Azithromycin Dose Pack (azithromycin) "Dose: azithromycin 500mg four times a day. Prescribed for 7 days. On day 2 now, I feel the medication is working feeling a little better already but all day been with nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and backpain. I usually don't get any side effects from antibiotics but I'm struggling with this one. If side effects continue in day 3 I'm calling the doctor. Could be the dose is too high who knows. I'm not enjoying this so far."

• Hira
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 23, 2020

"Had a persistent cough with no phlegm for at least three weeks after a cold cleared up. This has happened before in the past but I was either prescribed an over-the-counter cough suppressant or I just left it alone until the problem went away by itself (usually took a couple of months). I went to a different doctor this time and she prescribed me the 5 day pack (two pills on the first day, and one pill per day for the next four days). The double dosage gave me the worse stomach cramps and diarrhea for two to three hours, and the single dosages gave me bad stomach cramps and diarrhea for an hour. My cough is still there, but it has gotten a bit better (although this could also be due to time). However, 13 days after I started taking it, I suddenly have a bad rash on the front of my neck. Not sure if it's related or not but overall, my experience with Azithromycin wasn't the best nor the most effective."

• Jpano
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 3, 2021

"I have chronic bronchitis. I get severe chest wheezing, cough and SOB (shortness of breath). The urgent care doctors always give me a Z-pack as the first choice in defence. Unfortunately, it doesn't complete the job. It will start the process, but it isn't strong enough to resolve my infection. I usually end up back in the Urgent Care within 48 hours of completion unable to stop coughing and suffering from SOB again. For me, it isn't the right drug to do the job. I just finished another Z-pack and I am still sick."

• Mellie
• January 30, 2017

"I was prescribed this med for infection I have gotten better but side effects for me are stomachs cramps diarrhea lightheaded nausea and I'm very jittery at night having a hard time sleeping I'm glad it's not just me but I guess this med has pros and cons - 2 more days of hell"

• Wiz
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 29, 2021

"Had a sinus congestion for 3 weeks, shortness of breath with annoying wheezing sound, cough but no phlegm, fatigue, general malaise. No cough syrup worked but was placed on zitro 500mg for 3 days...its day 2 and I feel like a blocked pipe has been drained. Side effects palpitations, dizziness, weakness and a feeling of being unwell but the drug was prescribed cause the benefit outweighs the side effects. Great antibiotics. The best I have used so far."

• Tucker
• January 1, 2023

Azithromycin Dose Pack (azithromycin) "5 day pack took 2-first day no problem second day -1 third day -1 that night couldn't sleep at all heart was pounding and skipping, diarrhea, headache, muscle pain from front wrapping around to back, felt anxious dizzy felt like I was spinning. Stopped taking. Next day still had symptoms can't wait till it is out of my body. Never had trouble with any antibiotics before. This was my first time taking this medicine. I wish I read side effects before I took it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2022

"Works great after my virus is gone but I still have heavy lung congestion. If you have thick yellow phlegm it might be time to use zpak. It will cure bacterial phlegm not viral phlegm. I only had it fail one time.... I probably took it too soon and the virus was still in charge and hadn't turned bacterial. Then they gave me Leviquin antibiotic of l last resort for anthrax. That screws up people tendons and knees. Did it to me. Trash"

• CJano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 26, 2020

"Early Fall 2019, I took 250 mg Azithromycin Tablets, USP. I had a chronic nonproductive cough. Thankfully, it worked great for me. But some of my associates didn’t like it. Possibly the brand? My brand was CSPC Ouyi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Shijazhuang, Hebei, China"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2020

"Take this medicine for my bronchitis when it flares up. Gave me bad stomach cramps. Zofran helped with that. Other than that worked perfectly. Started feeling better after a few hours of the first dose."

• Champ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 15, 2023

"Literally the most spectacular drug ever, I get about one upper respiratory infection every year, and taking a Zpack pummels it into history with nary a side effect. I would highly suggest utilizing this drug for any antagonizing infection, just be tactful that you eventually build a tolerance to the elixir that it is if you use it more than a few times a year."

• AIlana
• January 15, 2014

Zithromax (azithromycin) "Excellent medicine....don't hesitate."