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ZMAX

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Overview

What is ZMAX?

Zmax (azithromycin extended-release) for oral suspension contains the active ingredient azithromycin (as azithromycin dihydrate), an azalide, a subclass of macrolide antibacterial drug. Azithromycin has the chemical name ()13-[(2,6-Dideoxy-3--methyl-3--methyl-α---hexopyranosyl) oxy]-2-ethyl-3,4,10-trihydroxy-3,5,6,8,10,12,14-heptamethyl-11-[[3,4,6-trideoxy-3- (dimethylamino)-β- -hexopyranosyl]oxy]-1-oxa-6-azacyclopentadecan-15-one. Azithromycin is derived from erythromycin; however, it differs chemically from erythromycin in that a methyl-substituted nitrogen atom is incorporated into the lactone ring. Its molecular formula is CHNO, and its molecular weight is 749.0. Azithromycin has the following structural formula:

Azithromycin, as the dihydrate, is a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of CHNO∙2HO and a molecular weight of 785.0.

Zmax is a single-dose, extended-release formulation of microspheres for oral suspension containing azithromycin (as azithromycin dihydrate) and the following excipients: glyceryl behenate, poloxamer 407, sucrose, sodium phosphate tribasic anhydrous, magnesium hydroxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, xanthan gum, colloidal silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide, artificial cherry flavor, and artificial banana flavor.

Note: Each bottle of Zmax 2 g for oral suspension contains approximately 148 mg of sodium and 19 g of sucrose. Constituted Zmax oral suspension contains approximately 2 mg/mL of sodium and 0.26 g/mL of sucrose.



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What are the available doses of ZMAX?

Bottle containing 2 g azithromycin for constitution with 60 mL of water (final concentration 27 mg/mL). ()

What should I talk to my health care provider before I take ZMAX?

How should I use ZMAX?

Zmax (azithromycin) is a macrolide antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below.

Acute bacterial sinusitis in adults due to,or.

Community-acquired pneumonia in adults and pediatric patients six months of age or older due to,,orin patients appropriate for oral therapy. Pediatric use in this indication is based on extrapolation of adult efficacy.

Zmax should be taken as a single 2 g dose. Zmax provides a full course of antibacterial therapy in a single oral dose. It is recommended that Zmax be taken on an empty stomach (at least 1 hr before or 2 hr following a meal).


What interacts with ZMAX?

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What are the warnings of ZMAX?

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What are the precautions of ZMAX?

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What are the side effects of ZMAX?

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What should I look out for while using ZMAX?

Hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, or any macrolide or ketolide drug. ()

History of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin. ()


What might happen if I take too much ZMAX?

Adverse reactions experienced at higher than recommended doses were similar to those seen at normal doses. In the event of overdosage, general symptomatic and supportive measures are indicated as required.


How should I store and handle ZMAX?

Store between 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].NDC 0069-4170-34 for combined adult and pediatric use is supplied in bottles containing 2 g of azithromycin and should be constituted with 60 mL of water.


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Clinical Information

Chemical Structure

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Clinical Pharmacology

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibacterial drug.

Non-Clinical Toxicology
Hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, or any macrolide or ketolide drug. ()

History of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin. ()

Many drugs affect thyroid hormone pharmacokinetics and metabolism (e.g., absorption, synthesis, secretion, catabolism, protein binding, and target tissue response) and may alter the therapeutic response to Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP. In addition, thyroid hormones and thyroid status have varied effects on the pharmacokinetics and action of other drugs. A listing of drug-thyroidal axis interactions is contained in Table 2.

The list of drug-thyroidal axis interactions in Table 2 may not be comprehensive due to the introduction of new drugs that interact with the thyroidal axis or the discovery of previously unknown interactions. The prescriber should be aware of this fact and should consult appropriate reference sources (e.g., package inserts of newly approved drugs, medical literature) for additional information if a drug-drug interaction with levothyroxine is suspected.









Serious allergic reactions, including angioedema, anaphylaxis, Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP), Stevens Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis have been reported in patients on azithromycin therapy using other formulations. Fatalities have been reported. Cases of Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) have also been reported. Despite initially successful symptomatic treatment of the allergic symptoms, when symptomatic therapy was discontinued, the allergic symptoms recurred soon thereafter in some patients without further azithromycin exposure. These patients required prolonged periods of observation and symptomatic treatment. The relationship of these episodes to the long tissue half-life of azithromycin and subsequent exposure to antigen has not been determined.

If an allergic reaction occurs, appropriate therapy should be instituted. Physicians should be aware that reappearance of the allergic symptoms may occur when symptomatic therapy is discontinued.

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Reference

This information is obtained from the National Institute of Health's Standard Packaging Label drug database.
"https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/"

While we update our database periodically, we cannot guarantee it is always updated to the latest version.

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