Drug Name:
AZASITE Rx
Generic Name and Formulations:
Azithromycin 1%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Company:
Akorn, Inc.
Therapeutic Use:
Indications for AZASITE:
Susceptible bacterial conjunctivitis.
Adults and Children:
<1yr: not established. ≥1yr: 1 drop in affected eye(s) twice daily (8–12hrs apart) for 2 days then once daily for the next 5 days.
Warnings/Precautions:
For topical ophthalmic use only. Discontinue if superinfection or hypersensitivity occurs. Remove contact lenses during therapy. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Pharmacological Class:
Macrolide.
Adverse Reactions:
Eye irritation; blurred vision, burning/pain, contact dermatitis, corneal erosion, dry eye, itching, ocular discharge.
How Supplied:
Soln—2.5mL
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