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Zithromax is a type of antibiotic used for the treatment of various common infections. This eMedTV article describes Zithromax uses in detail and offers information on its dosing guidelines, effects, and possible side effects.
If you're taking Zithromax and pregnancy occurs, tell your doctor. This eMedTV page explains that Zithromax is a pregnancy Category B medicine, meaning that a pregnant woman may take it if its benefits outweigh the possible risks to her unborn child.
As this eMedTV article explains, for treating most types of infections, the Zithromax dosage is 250 mg or 500 mg once daily for three to five days. This page also discusses Zithromax dosing for children and for treating sexually transmitted diseases.
This eMedTV page explains how Zithromax drug interactions can change how your body metabolizes the drugs and alter the levels of some drugs in your blood. Nelfinavir and carbamazepine are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Zithromax.
As this eMedTV page explains, Zithromax uses include treating bacterial infections (such as ear and sinus infections) and sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea and chlamydia. Among the drug's off-label uses are treating acne and whooping cough.
This eMedTV page outlines Zetia, a prescription drug that treats high cholesterol. This page covers specific Zetia uses, effects, dosing, and the importance of using Zetia in conjunction with lifestyle changes. Zitia is a common misspelling of Zetia.
Zithromax is a medicine that is commonly used for the treatment of bacterial infections. As this eMedTV segment explains, the antibiotic is also used for treating certain sexually transmitted diseases. Zitromax is a common misspelling of Zithromax.
Zocor is a prescription drug used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides and prevent cardiovascular disease. This eMedTV Web page covers Zocor side effects, dosing, and strengths -- as well as how the drug works.
This eMedTV page lists some short-term pain-relief suggestions that you can try if you're taking Zocor and joint pain occurs. Among other things, you can take over-the-counter drugs like aspirin or Tylenol or apply heat or cold to the sore area.
It's up for debate as to whether Zocor and liver problems are related. This eMedTV page lists some liver problems seen rarely in people taking Zocor (like cirrhosis and hepatoma) and possible symptoms of liver problems (like nausea or vomiting).
Memory loss occurs in less than 1 percent of people taking Zocor. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses previous research on Zocor and memory loss, and also advises talking with your doctor if you notice any memory loss while taking Zocor.
This eMedTV page warns that if you're taking Zocor and muscle aches occur (especially when you have a fever or feel ill), it could signify a serious muscle problem like myopathy or rhabdomyolysis. Call your doctor right way if you have these symptoms.
If you're taking Zocor and muscle pain occurs, contact your doctor. This eMedTV page warns that muscle tenderness or weakness along with fever or a feeling of sickness can signify a serious muscle problem in some people taking Zocor (simvastatin).
As this eMedTV page explains, there is little benefit and a very real risk from taking Zocor during pregnancy. Zocor is a pregnancy Category X drug that could potentially harm a fetus. If you're taking Zocor and pregnancy occurs, let your doctor know.
As this eMedTV page explains, weight gain is a side effect with some cholesterol drugs but not with Zocor. This page lists things that you can do if you're taking Zocor and weight gain occurs, such as exercising and eating a low-cholesterol diet.
The starting dose of Zocor for most people with high cholesterol is 20 mg to 40 mg once daily. This eMedTV page also lists the starting Zocor dosage for children (10 mg once daily), as well as tips on dosing (like always taking Zocor as prescribed).
Zocor drug interactions can occur with fibrates, antifungals, warfarin, and other drugs. This eMedTV page describes how drug interactions with Zocor can alter how your body metabolizes the drugs and change the levels of some drugs in the blood.
Zocor Precautions and Warnings
Some precautions and warnings for Zocor listed in this eMedTV article include drug interactions and the safety of taking Zocor while pregnant or nursing. This page advises asking your doctor about Zocor precautions and warnings that may apply to you.
Zocor Side Effect -- Depression
Many people ask, "Is a Zocor side effect depression?" This eMedTV article explains that depression is a side effect reported rarely with Zocor. This page also lists some depression symptoms such as feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness.
This eMedTV page lists common Zocor side effects like nausea and gas; rare side effects like hepatitis; and symptoms that you should report to your doctor right away, such as muscle tenderness or weakness along with fever or a feeling of sickness.
As this eMedTV page explains, Zocor treats high cholesterol and high triglycerides, in addition to helping prevent cardiovascular disease in some people. This page also discusses Zocor uses in children.
Zafirlukast is a prescription drug used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children. This eMedTV page describes the medicine in more detail and explains how it works to reduce asthma symptoms. Zofirlucast is a common misspelling of zafirlukast.