Novo-azithromycin, usually called azithromycin, is the generic name for a prescription macrolide antibiotic. This medication works by limiting the growth and spread of bacterial pathogens in the body. Patients should talk with a doctor about the indications, proper usage and potential side effects of novo-azithromycin before beginning treatment.
Indications
Novo-azithromycin is indicated to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, nasal passageways, skin and genitals. Such infections may include pneumonia, chlamydia, strep throat or bacterial sinusitis. This medication is particularly effective against specific bacteria, such as Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, according to RxList.
Usage
This medication is administered orally as a liquid or tablet and can be taken with or without food. Typically, patients take a single dose of novo-azithromycin once daily for up to five days, or as recommended by a doctor, MedlinePlus reports. The tablet form of this medication should be taken with a full glass of water. It is very important that patients continue to take novo-azithromycin as directed and for the full number of days written on the prescription, even if infection symptoms subside earlier.
Side Effects
While taking novo-azithromycin, patients can experience unpleasant side effects, the most common of which are stomach pain, upset stomach, diarrhea, vomiting and skin rash. Additional side effects can include vaginal itching or discharge, dizziness, headache, difficulty sleeping, hearing problems or a diminished sense of smell or taste. Patients who develop severe side effects should seek prompt care from a medical professional. These serious side effects include hives, vocal hoarseness, heartbeat irregularities, yellow skin discoloration, swelling, difficulty breathing or severe skin rash, PubMed Health warns.
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