Azithromycin Tablets and Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone
Determining the interaction of Azithromycin Tablets and Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using azithromycin together with magnesium hydroxide may decrease the effects of azithromycin. Azithromycin should be administered at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after magnesium hydroxide. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: The concomitant administration of aluminum or magnesium-containing antacids may reduce peak serum concentrations (Cmax) of oral azithromycin, but does not affect total absorption (AUC).
MANAGEMENT: Azithromycin should be administered at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids.
- "Product Information. Zithromax (azithromycin)." Pfizer US Pharmaceuticals, New York, NY.
Generic Name: azithromycin
Brand name: AzaSite, Azithromycin 3 Day Dose Pack, Azithromycin 5 Day Dose Pack, Zithromax, Zithromax Tri-Pak, Zithromax Z-Pak, Zmax, Zithromax IV
Synonyms: Azithromycin, Azithromycin (Systemic)
Generic Name: calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone
Brand name: Mylanta Tonight
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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