Side effects for Azithromycin

[Hannah1943]

Daisy May

I have been on Azithromycin every other day for about 3 years but suddenly I am feeling nauseous if I go out in sunny weather and have problems focusing on objects, also my skin keeps breaking out in small rough patches and itches - has anyone else had any side effects from this drug?

[2greys]

It would appear that it may be the sunlight is affecting you.

"What should I avoid while taking Azithromycin?..............Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Azithromycin can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors."

drugs.com/azithromycin.html

[Mooka]

Yes I had stomach cramps and nausea on/off last time I was on it. I’ve had it before with no ill effects.

[Cade1]

Are you sure it’s the Azithromycin?

[Oshgosh]

Is Azithromycin the only drug you are on ?

[Sops]

Hi Hannah, i have been taking azithromycin for the same time, the only problem i had was bowel related, was taken off for 6 months by my consultant, but nothing improved so obviously was not A. Therefore went back on and changed my diet! I am a keen gardener and spend a lot of time in the sun, but cannot take as much heat in latter years.

Sopsx

[hallentine47]

Last year I started to experience hearing difficulty and when being examined and fitted for hearing aids I was told that Azithromycin was well known for damaging our hearing capacity. Other wise I am not aware of any side effects but believe that I have suffered fewer infections since taking it 4 years ago.

[Ergendl]

It is possible to take a medication for several years without any side effects, and then find the side effects start without warning. Check with the pharmacy.