Zithromax
Azithromycin is the active ingredient in Zithromax, a film-coated tablet for community-acquired pneumonia and skin infection. It comes in several strengths and pack sizes. You can compare the price per tablet across options.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100mg | 60 tablets | US$42.60 | US$0.71 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | US$51.30 | US$0.57 |
| 100mg | 120 tablets | US$62.40 | US$0.52 |
| 100mg | 180 tablets | US$82.80 | US$0.46 |
| 100mg | 270 tablets | US$116.10 | US$0.43 |
| 250mg | 30 tablets | US$38.10 | US$1.27 |
| 250mg | 60 tablets | US$61.20 | US$1.02 |
| 250mg | 90 tablets | US$83.70 | US$0.93 |
| 250mg | 120 tablets | US$103.20 | US$0.86 |
| 250mg | 180 tablets | US$151.20 | US$0.84 |
| 250mg | 270 tablets | US$207.90 | US$0.77 |
| 250mg | 360 tablets | US$262.80 | US$0.73 |
| 500mg | 30 tablets | US$78.00 | US$2.60 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$144.00 | US$2.40 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$199.80 | US$2.22 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$253.20 | US$2.11 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$361.80 | US$2.01 |
| 500mg | 270 tablets | US$531.90 | US$1.97 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | US$694.80 | US$1.93 |
| 1000mg | 20 tablets | US$77.80 | US$3.89 |
| 1000mg | 30 tablets | US$101.10 | US$3.37 |
| 1000mg | 60 tablets | US$175.20 | US$2.92 |
| 1000mg | 90 tablets | US$252.90 | US$2.81 |
| 1000mg | 120 tablets | US$327.60 | US$2.73 |
| 1000mg | 180 tablets | US$468.00 | US$2.60 |
| 1000mg | 360 tablets | US$774.00 | US$2.15 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Azithromycin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 100 · 250 · 500 · 1000mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Zithromax on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Community-acquired Pneumonia · Skin Infection
- Alternative names
- Azee
- Therapeutic class
- Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Macrolide
- Known off-label uses
- chlamydia trachomatis infection
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to azithromycin
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; vomiting; dyspepsia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 days
- Duration
- 3–5 days
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and direct heat.
- Drug interactions
- antacids; warfarin; ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
- Use caution in elderly patients; dosage adjustments may be necessary.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for arrhythmias; diarrhoea should be monitored for clostridioides difficile
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; qt prolongation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Azithromycin film-coated tablets from 100mg to 1000mg, used for bacterial pneumonia and skin infection. A macrolide that halts protein synthesis.
Mechanism of action
This medicine is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to the bacterial ribosome, preventing the bacteria from growing and spreading, which allows the immune system to eliminate the infection.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor before use. There is limited data on safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Zithromax contains azithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic supplied as film-coated tablets in 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg and 1000 mg strengths. It is used for bacterial infections such as community-acquired pneumonia and skin infection. Pfizer is the originator company, and the same ingredient also appears under the name Azee.
Azithromycin works by binding to the 23S rRNA of the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit, blocking protein synthesis so the bacteria cannot grow and spread. It does not treat colds, flu or other viral infections. The label warns of QT interval prolongation and torsades de pointes, a heart rhythm disturbance that can be fatal, and asks prescribers to weigh this risk in people with certain cardiovascular conditions.
Ordering Zithromax from Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship orders to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to one week; Standard Airmail takes up to three weeks. Prices are shown in ringgit by default. Choose the strength and pack size you need, and browse Antibiotics for related medicines.
FAQ
How is Zithromax priced?
That depends on the strength and pack you pick. Zithromax comes in 100, 250, 500 and 1000mg strengths, in packs of 20 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
Does Zithromax go by other names?
You may also see azithromycin sold as Azee.
How soon does Zithromax start working?
Azithromycin usually kicks in within 1 to 2 days. Some people notice it sooner than others.
Does Zithromax have side effects?
Yes, it can. The ones people notice most with azithromycin are diarrhoea, nausea and abdominal pain. Some people also get dizziness, vomiting and dyspepsia. Rarer but serious: anaphylaxis and QT prolongation. These need urgent medical help.
Can I take Zithromax alongside other medicines?
Azithromycin can interact with antacids, warfarin and ciclosporin. Before you start Zithromax, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
Is the Zithromax here the brand version?
No. Zithromax is the original brand from Pfizer; we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (azithromycin) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
Which conditions is Zithromax taken for?
Zithromax contains azithromycin and is taken for community-acquired pneumonia and skin infections. Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping bacterial protein synthesis.
Do I need a prescription to order Zithromax here?
No, not online. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Zithromax. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Zithromax delivered in Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Zithromax is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Zithromax.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Azithromycin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.