Description and Brand Names

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US Brand Name

  1. AzaSite

Descriptions


Azithromycin ophthalmic (eye) solution is used to treat infections of the eye, such as bacterial conjunctivitis. Azithromycin belongs to a group of medicines called macrolide antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria that cause conjunctivitis.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution

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Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2022

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