Adverse effects of azithromycin overdose in children include aggravated gastrointestinal reactions, decreased white blood cells, and elevated liver enzymes. Seek prompt medical treatment if necessary.
Azithromycin belongs to macrolide antibiotics, which are prone to gastrointestinal reactions and other side effects, and overdose in children is likely to increase the chances of gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. In addition, azithromycin overdose may also lead to a decrease in white blood cells, elevated liver enzymes and so on. Azithromycin overdose, if necessary, timely medical treatment.
Azithromycin is mainly used for the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, skin infections caused by sensitive bacteria, etc. Common adverse reactions include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, rash, etc. Azithromycin is contraindicated for those who are allergic to macrolide antibiotics and those who have cholestatic jaundice and hepatic insufficiency after using Azithromycin.
Azithromycin for the treatment of childhood infections, need to calculate the dosage according to the weight of the child, overdose will not increase the therapeutic effect, but also may lead to an increase in adverse reactions, so it is recommended to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions for the use of medication.