What food interacts with azithromycin?

5. Tips. May be taken with or without food; however, azithromycin may be better tolerated if taken with food. Do not take aluminum or magnesium-containing antacids two hours before or two hours after you take azithromycin because antacids can make azithromycin less effective.

Should Malarone be taken with food?

Take Malarone at the same time each day with food or a milky drink. If you vomit within 1 hour after taking this medication, take another dose. If your vomiting continues, call your doctor. If you are taking Malarone to prevent malaria, start taking it 1 or 2 days before entering an area where malaria is common.

Can you eat dairy while on azithromycin?

It’s recommended that dairy products such as cheese, milk, butter, and yogurt should not be consumed until 3 hours after a dose of antibiotics is taken. Likewise, juices or supplements containing calcium may also reduce effectiveness.

Can I take Malarone and azithromycin together?

No interactions were found between azithromycin and Malarone. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Can I drink coffee while on azithromycin?

If you (or your children) have been prescribed the Z-Pak by your doctor, DON’T CONSUME ENERGY DRINKS WHILE TAKING the Z-PAK. Why do I say this? Both energy drinks and Azithromycin likely cause disturbances in heart rhythm (QT interval).

Is it OK to eat yogurt while taking azithromycin?

No interactions were found between azithromycin and yogurt. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Is it okay to poop after taking azithromycin?

SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, diarrhea/loose stools, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Would atovaquone be a useful antibiotic to treat a bacterial infection?

Atovaquone-azithromycin is at least as effective as TMP-SMZ for the prevention of serious bacterial infection and possibly as effective in the prevention of PCP and MAC infection.

Does tea count as food when taking antibiotics?

Drinks such as tea, coffee, milk and fruit juice can also affect the way certain medicines act in the body. Dairy products should be avoided within two hours of taking antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin or norfloxacin, however they can be eaten at other times.