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Using solid oral dosage form antibiotics in children
7 December 2022Crushing or dispersing whole solid dosage forms or opening capsules is an "off-label" use. This includes use for Group A streptococcal infections.
Azithromycin (oral) for use within sexual health services
5 October 2021A PGD template developed by SPS and the British Association of Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) and British Association of HIV (BHIVA).
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
genericSandoz Ltd
Sandoz Ltd
generic
Tablets 500mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Store in airtight container.
1 November 2022
ZithromaxPfizer Ltd
Pfizer Ltd
Zithromax
Capsule 250mg
A2 · Amber 2No stability data is available, the manufacturer does not, or cannot recommend use in CAs but there are no theoretical concerns with the product.
No special precautions for storage
No specific storage requirements
1 November 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Oral
Oral
Limited published evidence of safety which shows small amounts in breast milk
Monitor infant for gastro-intestinal disturbances, oral candida infection or rash, especially if used for prolonged periods or in high doses, although these effects are unlikely to occur
30 December 2021
For ophthalmic use
For ophthalmic use
30 July 2020