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Azithromycin

Azithromycin

ATC Code: J01FA10

Warning

FDA notified healthcare professionals that it is aware of the study published in the New England Journal of Medicine May 17, 2012disclaimer icon reporting a small increase in cardiovascular deaths, and in the risk of death from any cause, in persons treated with a 5-day course of azithromycin (Zithromax) compared to persons treated with amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, or no drug. FDA is reviewing the results from this study and will communicate any new information on azithromycin and this study or the potential risk of QT interval prolongation after the agency has completed its review.

Evidence

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