Generic Name: Zithromax for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (azithromycin)
Zithromax for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Reviews
"I have been using Zithromax for the past 6 years to fight off my upper respiratory tract infections. I have tried almost everything else in the military medical inventory to win against the URIs I get yearly (every September/October time frame) but Zithromax wins hands down every time. It does not matter during which stage of the URI you begin to take the medicine. The first or second night you will start to fight the infection hardcore and you might notice a fever develop as your body fights against the bacteria. After that, it's smooth sailing, so you feel better by the 3rd day and completely cured by the 5th day. It is definitely a wonder drug and worth the extra money."
"Waited 10 days to go to the doctor thinking I had bronchitis! I wish I would’ve went to the doctor sooner because I was miserable coughing my head off with phlegm, terrible headaches, fatigue, congestion, and sweats. I ended up having and upper respiratory infection and was given a z pack. After day one I felt soooo much better and was ready to go back to work. I am on day 4 and still coughing up infection, hoping that’s ends soon! Also everyday after I take the pill I get some pretty bad abdominal pain and have to run to the bathroom but only lasting about an hour. I would say the stomach ache is definitely worth it!"
"Upper respiratory infection Zithromax 250 mg. My doctor gave me a Z-Pak, 2 tabs on day 1, followed by 1 tablet the next 4 days. Total tablets 6. Zithromax is the generic drug for Azithromycin. First time prescribed. **Note: I have asthma** and was feeling more fatigued and lightheaded. Drugs.com interaction checker pointed out that since I used 2 inhalers: 1. Pro-Air and 2. Advair, my potassium level would be affected. A moderate interaction warning. I started drinking Gatorade and began to feel better. My mom is diabetic, and Gatorade makes flavored 12 oz bottles that have potassium and will not affect your blood sugar."
"This medicine is the best. I have been using this medicine about once every year for upper respiratory tract infections. It really starts to work by day 2 and continues to work after about a week. As with any medicine, the side effects with me are going to the restroom more than usual."
"Zithromax was given to my daughter for upper respiratory symptoms 3 days before her flight to Fla to visit grandparents. Within the day, I noticed a great difference. No side effects, and she has a heart condition. My lovely daughter passed her buggies on to me, I've been fighting it for a week. Went to the doctor today, gave me the same thing... fingers crossed."
"Excellent medicine... don't hesitate."
"One day and I already feel better after being laid up for 5 days. Regret not calling my doctor sooner!"
"Terrible diarrhea. Very bad stomach pains."
"Works great for strep infection."
"Felt better overnight. Had upper respiratory tract infection. Zero side effects!"
"Couldn't take Zithromax it caused very bad stomach pain. Might be a very good drug but, it just wasn't for me."
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