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Zithromax User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

Zithromax has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 125 reviews on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 23% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Zithromax

  • CLL
  • December 28, 2023

For Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis "I was prescribed this medication for a serious case of Strep Throat, and although it's working to relieve Strep... it's giving me some crazy side effects. The diarrhea is absolutely annoying, and since I started taking this med, I've felt pain in the left side of my chest near my armpit. I wouldn't recommend this medication. Just take Amoxicillin or Penicillin if you're not allergic to it."

6 / 10
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  • nickY...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 29, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "I received the medication this morning in 2 x 500mg tablets after a call in from the doctor, even with protection I caught chlamydia recently! Absolutely no pain or discomfort except pure bloating. Had a pub lunch and beer for lunch with no issues... 8 hrs after taking I'm now consuming a glass of wine as heading out for a birthday, bloating a lot worse and it has gone straight to my head but no dramas as yet... will try and keep of the shots tonight though!"

8 / 10
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  • Lee...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 8, 2015

For Chlamydia Infection "I'm 17 and live in Australia at first I thought I just had a UTI but boy was I wrong, a urine test, tested positive for chlamydia, telling my boyfriend was the worst of it and now he thinks I cheated on him... (and didn't and never would) but I've only been sexual active with 3 other guys and I've ALWAYS used protection with them and the reason me and my current bf didn't use protection was because we didn't have any (dumb I know) but now I'm suffering so much pain in my stomach and I can hardly move and I'm terrified to tell my mum about it! God this better work"

9 / 10
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  • Anony...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 10, 2021

For Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare, Treatment "I have been taking azithromycin for 3 weeks and take it 3 times per week. My doctor recommended that I take it with yogurt. The yogurt helps coats my stomach to keep it from getting upset. So far, it has worked. I also make sure that I drink lots of water when taking this medication and rinse my mouth well. Hopefully, rinsing will keep me from getting mouth sores."

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  • Weano
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 13, 2018

For Chlamydia Infection "Went to our local free clinic for routine testing no diagnosis of yet but they treated me for Gonorrhea and chlamydia the worst side affects ever from 430 till 830 non stop stomach cramps diarrhea this medication is horrible. Safe sex would have stopped me getting into this situation - wrap it up and be safe"

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  • trmyor
  • October 3, 2021

For Bronchitis "I was prescribed Zithromax 250 mg. Tablets for bronchitis. I’ve taken it for many years as I regularly seem to get sick every Fall. Never had reactions either. The generic version I was given was from Lupin mfg. co. After my first day dosage, I had indigestion about 2 hours later. The next day, after taking the pill, I developed burning eyes and nose! Also sores inside my mouth. Diarrhea and lots of gas also. I took myself off of the pills and will call my doctor.."

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  • Nfields
  • July 15, 2017

For Skin or Soft Tissue Infection "I took 1 pill and about 6 hours later, I was getting out of my car and woke up on the sidewalk. I had passed out with no warning signs or symptoms. I passed out again within 2 minutes of the first time. I went to the local Urgent Care and after speaking to the doctor, he believes it was a side effect of the zpak. That is the only change in any food, drink or medication for weeks. I was not overheated and I was hydrated prior to passing out."

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  • Adrian
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 24, 2018

For Pharyngitis "Taking Zithromax (Azithromycin) Teva 250Mg 6 Day Pack. Gave me diarrhea even with food. Made me feel odd and uncomfortable for some reason. Also noticed that it had marked day 4 on the back of the pack on my last tablet. Don’t know if I had to take it in order or not but did notice it said day 4. Other than that I guess it kind of work feel a little better nothing really noticeable."

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  • Anonymous
  • August 31, 2014

For Pharyngitis "I began taking Zithromax today for Pharyngitis, however, it made me feel sweated and nauseous for 45 minutes. I felt like that I want to lay down in the living room not in the kitchen, because I was nauseous and unwilling to relax myself instead. Yet, I got mucus. I was able to stay awake and focused at the all time anyway. At the end, nausea disappear and my stomach became empty and was more willing to stay seated."

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  • Brand...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 2, 2022

For Bronchitis "Brand name works better than the generic version so despite what anyone may say pushing the cheap generic you get what you pay for. In most cases if you have trouble with insurance you can call them to get them approve the brand name."

7 / 10
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  • jenbro
  • February 6, 2014

For Sinusitis "Many sinus infections over the years. This knocks it out in 3 days compared to 10."

10 / 10
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  • Pashon
  • December 26, 2015

For Sinusitis "After trying other antibiotics. This was the only one that worked. The Doctor tried to tell me it would not work for Sinusitis. It is the only antibiotic that takes it away for me."

10 / 10
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  • No...
  • June 27, 2008

For Bronchitis "This medicine clears up bronchitis quickly and I give it two thumbs up."

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  • AIlana
  • January 15, 2014

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "Excellent medicine....don't hesitate."

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  • andre...
  • March 5, 2013

For Sinusitis "I am one of the few that have not had a good experience. High anxiety because my heart won't slow down, bad headache, little nausea, and loose stool. I'm going tomorrow to get different antibiotics."

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  • Anonymous
  • October 20, 2008

For Bronchitis "The Z-Pak took away all of my symptoms. It feels great not to have to cough all the time now."

10 / 10
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  • rags
  • November 13, 2008

For Sinusitis "The only antibiotic that ALWAYS works on my recurring sinus infections. Easy on the stomach also."

10 / 10
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  • Keifo...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 28, 2016

For Bronchitis "I was coughing up brownish yellow mucous with a deep cough.After a breathing treatment and 2-3 days of zithromax I was clear without any residual effects."

10 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • November 21, 2012

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "One day and I already feel better after being laid up for 5 days regret not calling my doctor sooner!"

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  • Anonymous
  • June 21, 2011

For Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis "Worked quickly and efficiently. Throat pain decreased within 2-3 days, nose congestion decreased within one day."

10 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • September 18, 2008

For Sinusitis "After I take the first dose (2 pills) within 8 to 10 hours I feel 50% better. It usually does not take more then 4 days to be well. This is a great medication for sinusitis."

10 / 10
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  • edddd
  • May 10, 2011

For Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis "I experience hallucinations (bad dreams) while using this medicine."

7 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 6, 2012

For Chlamydia Infection "Diarrhea after 3 hours of taking it. Bad nausea for quite awhile along with general feeling of being run down. It was hard to eat. I did keep it down. It was 1000mg."

7 / 10
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  • Pat
  • January 18, 2011

For Pneumonia "Worked great. No side effects!"

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  • Anonymous
  • September 5, 2011

For Pneumonia "This is the only antibiotic that actually works!!"

10 / 10
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