What happens if you take too much azithromycin?

An overdose of Azithromycin may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, mild fever, allergy or even liver injury, or there may be no clinical manifestations, related to the amount taken and individual constitution. Indications for azithromycin include pneumonia, acute pharyngitis, acute tonsillitis, acute and chronic bronchitis, otitis media and so on. Azithromycin belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics, when taking Azithromycin, you need to follow the doctor’s instructions, do not overdose. The most common side effects after taking Azithromycin are gastrointestinal reactions, such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In addition, overdose of azithromycin may cause body fever, allergy and other adverse reactions, for the drug overdose as well as its own caused by adverse reactions. Azithromycin is mainly excreted by the hepatic and biliary system, use with caution in people with hepatic insufficiency, and is contraindicated in severe liver disease. During the period of use, pay attention to recheck the liver function, as long-term overdose will cause liver damage and kidney damage. If the individual is in good physical condition and the amount of azithromycin taken is only slightly excessive, it may not produce greater harm to the organism, and there will be no particularly noticeable discomfort, pay attention to rest and observation can be, conscious of the discomfort of serious people are recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner to seek medical attention.