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Zithromax Injection

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OVERDOSE

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CONTRAINDICATIONS

ZITHROMAX is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide or ketolide antibiotic. Zithromax is contraindicated in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin.

Last reviewed on RxList: 12/6/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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