Question 1

does taking azithromycin and ibuprofen make you have diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics can: Antibiotics such as Azithromycin can cause diarrhea. They change the normal flora of the colon. Probiotics that contain acidophilus and bifidobacter will help if taken while on antibiotics because they reestablish the normal bacterial balance in the colon.

Question 2

can i take azithromycin 500mg, robitussin, and advil (ibuprofen) pm together? i have not slept in 3 days i have terrible bronchitis.

Accepted Answer

Interactions: Looks like a safe combination. I hope you can get some relief.

Question 3

can i take advil (ibuprofen) extra strength while taking co azithromycin 250mg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes you can. Just make sure to take it with food so it doesn't upset your stomach. Take care!

Question 4

hi! i have terrible sore throe for 3 days, starting taking azithromycin this morning. ..... can i take advil (ibuprofen) for my pain?
thank you

Accepted Answer

Sure: I'm not sure that Zithromax will help unless you have (bacterial) strep throat.  But, Motrin and Zithromax are not contraindicated. Although you might have more relief with Aleve (naproxen) - as it lasts a little bit longer.  Just don't overdo it with the pain therapies - as they increase the risk for a GI ulcer, talk to your doctor if you need it for more than a few days.  Hope you feel better &amp; good luck!

Question 5

im taking flonase (the generic version) for a sinus infection. i also am taking azithromycin which is giving me diarrhea. can i take ibuprofen also?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Off greater concern is the azithromycin, an antibiotic. Antibiotics sometimes induce change in the intestinal bacterial flora and allow a diarrhea-causing bacteria to take over and cause severe diarrhea.  The name of the bacteria is clostridium difficile, and you need to see a doctor and have this checked.

Question 6

is it safe to take ibuprofen even though, as of today, the dr put me on azithromycin and albuterol and methylprednisone? i forgot to ask the doc. thnx?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It should not cause serious drug drug interaction, but only use the Ibuprofen as needed. If the medication is for fever, ensure that you know your temperature prior to taking the medication. Your respiratory plan and follow up may be reviewed during a Healthtap virtual consult.

Question 7

can i take advil (ibuprofen) with walphed and azithromycin?  went to doctor and have swollen lymph nodes with coughing.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes. Advil (ibuprofen) should be fine. Go back to doc if symptoms not improved in a week, or get worse.

Question 8

six year old on azithromycin for throat infection since fri. pain not bad but fever remains (102-103, does respond to ibuprofen). cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

If the azithromycin: isn't helping, it's most likely viral in origin, in which case no antibiotic will help. However, I would recommend contacting her doctor who may want to re-check her to make sure there isn't an abscess or mono.

Question 9

can i take advil (ibuprofen) or sudafed sinus while i am on zithromax???

Accepted Answer

Yes: This should not be a problem, but it is always advisable to check for interactions with your friendly pharmacist who has a computer program which is updated continuously.

Question 10

is it ok to take zithromax 250mg and 2 advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinus tablets?

Accepted Answer

No drug-drug: interactions between these 2 medications.

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Does taking azithromycin and ibuprofen make you have diarrhea?

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Can i take azithromycin 500mg, robitussin, and advil (ibuprofen) pm together? i have not slept in 3 days i have terrible bronchitis.

A member asked:

Can i take advil (ibuprofen) extra strength while taking co azithromycin 250mg?

A member asked:

Hi! i have terrible sore throe for 3 days, starting taking azithromycin this morning. ..... can i take advil (ibuprofen) for my pain? thank you

A member asked:

Im taking flonase (the generic version) for a sinus infection. i also am taking azithromycin which is giving me diarrhea. can i take ibuprofen also?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take ibuprofen even though, as of today, the dr put me on azithromycin and albuterol and methylprednisone? i forgot to ask the doc. thnx?

A member asked:

Can i take advil (ibuprofen) with walphed and azithromycin? went to doctor and have swollen lymph nodes with coughing.

A member asked:

Six year old on azithromycin for throat infection since fri. pain not bad but fever remains (102-103, does respond to ibuprofen). cause for concern?

A member asked:

Can i take advil (ibuprofen) or sudafed sinus while i am on zithromax???

A member asked:

Is it ok to take zithromax 250mg and 2 advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinus tablets?

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