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Brand: Zithromax, Azithral, Sumamed, Zmax, Azitrocin
Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, preventing bacteria from growing and multiplying. Azithromycin is effective against a broad range of bacteria, including those causing respiratory infections, skin infections, and sexually transmitted infections.
For treatment of bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and sexually transmitted infections.
Outcome:
Increased risk of bleeding
Mechanism:
Azithromycin may inhibit the metabolism of warfarin.
Outcome:
Increased risk of myopathy
Mechanism:
Azithromycin may inhibit statin metabolism.
Outcome:
Increased azithromycin levels
Mechanism:
Nelfinavir inhibits azithromycin metabolism.
Most likely new formulation: extended-release injectable suspension (Year: 2026, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and emerging resistance patterns, there is a 20% likelihood of new guidelines restricting azithromycin use in uncomplicated infections within the next 5 years.
Antibiotic, Macrolide
Azalide