Azithromycin Overview

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What is the primary route of elimination for azithromycin?

  • Renal excretion
  • Urinary excretion
  • Fecal excretion (correct)
  • Hepatic metabolism

Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of azithromycin?

  • Headache
  • Changes in taste
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision (correct)

What percentage of azithromycin is excreted unchanged in urine?

  • 2-4%
  • 15-20%
  • 25-30%
  • 6-12% (correct)

Which of the following drug interactions can decrease the absorption of Azithromycin?

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What is a rare but serious side effect associated with Azithromycin?

<p>QT prolongation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system plays a minor role in azithromycin metabolism?

<p>Cytochrome P450 system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of skin reaction is a less common side effect of azithromycin?

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'QT Prolongation' is a side effect of Azithromycin that affects which organ?

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