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Are you taking Azithromycin?
It is recommended that you have your hearing checked at least every 6 months or much more frequently if you already have a hearing loss.
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My doctor recommended this and wondering if anyone has taken and can share their experience? thank you
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An initial hearing test should be done before starting Azithromycin. If any issues arise, such as tinnitus or a change in hearing, you are advised to discontinue the medication and notify your healthcare professional. After finishing azithromycin, a follow-up hearing exam is recommended at 3 and 12 months.
Patricia,
Hello! Below are other tips to be mindful of when taking Azithromycin:
Take with or without food
Do not take with antacids
Side effects:
-GI upset
-rash
-changes in heart conduction. Monitor with an EKG if your health care provider feels it is medically necessary.
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