Overview
Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic reserved for specific bacterial infections. Your clinician applies antibiotic‑stewardship principles and reviews interactions and safety before prescribing.
How our telehealth process works
- Book: Use our scheduling form or call +1 (800) 555‑1234.
- Intake: Share symptoms, timeline, goals, allergies, and current medicines.
- Video visit: Meet a Southwestern Medical Center doctor to confirm if treatment is appropriate.
- Clinical decision: If appropriate, your clinician issues an e‑prescription to our online pharmacy or your preferred local pharmacy.
- Fulfillment: Complete secure checkout and receive tracked delivery.
Why patients choose SWMC
- Evidence‑based care and clear eligibility criteria.
- Prescriptions only when medically indicated.
- Transparent safety checks and follow‑up options.
- Ship to home or route to a local pharmacy on request.
When clinicians consider Azithromycin (Zithromax)
- Selected respiratory or skin infections where azithromycin is appropriate based on clinical judgment.
- Situations needing atypical pathogen coverage or when alternatives are unsuitable.
- Not used for viral illnesses; diagnosis matters before antibiotic use.
Stewardship in action
Your plan may involve testing, watchful waiting, or narrow‑spectrum alternatives when feasible.
Follow‑up expectations
We reassess symptom improvement and address side effects promptly.
Safety & interactions
- Potential QT prolongation—cardiac history and medication review are important.
- Drug interactions (e.g., with certain antiarrhythmics) and GI effects are considered.
- Use only when benefits outweigh risks; avoid unnecessary antibiotics to limit resistance.
Use medicines exactly as directed. Never share prescription medication.
FAQ
Can I get Azithromycin (Zithromax) without a visit?
No. You must complete a telehealth evaluation. Prescriptions are issued only when clinically appropriate.
Can you send my prescription to a local pharmacy?
Yes—tell your clinician your preferred pharmacy.
How fast is delivery?
Most approved orders ship with tracking and typically arrive in 2–5 business days.
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Next steps
Online Consultation Get e‑Prescription Visit Online Pharmacy See Amoxicillin See Doxycycline