Question 1

my zpak is a year past expiration, is it still effective?

Accepted Answer

Probably effective: Drug expiration dates usually don't mean much. If potency and side effects aren't tested beyond a certain time, that's the expiration date. It doesn't mean potency is gone or more side effects, only that it hasn't been studied to know for sure. Most drugs remain safe and effective for years if not mishandled, e.g. stored in a hot car etc. Still, best not to treat yourself; check w/ doctor first.

Question 2

can i take my next zpak less than 24 hours after the first one?

Accepted Answer

Is it a pill or pack: If you are prescribed two Zpacks to take one after the other by you MD

But if your question is if you can take next pill out of the Z pack in less than 24 hours.The answer is yes

You may clarify your prescription.Usually two Zpacks are not prescribed one after the other as the drug remains in your body 5 days after you finish the pack
And you may have to wait 5 days to start next pack

Question 3

i have a bad cold and need a zpak?

Accepted Answer

If you have a cold: (which is a viral infection) then a Z pak is not needed.

Question 4

is a zpak stronger than augmenton 875 mg ?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Two different types of antibiotics in different classes with different mechanisms of action. In fact, Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) is a combination of Amoxicillin & clavulanate, neither of which is in the same class as zpak (azithomycin). When considering antibiotics, don't compare strength of one to another. That's like asking whether gasoline, diesel or propane is a better fuel. What you want is the appropriate rx.

Question 5

can i take theraflu daytime/nighttime while on paxlovid, also zpak?

Accepted Answer

: If prescribed by your MD yes. If not dont mix drugs for all 3 are for different problems.

Question 6

can i take maxalt (rizatriptan) with zpak?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The half life of Maxalt (rizatriptan) is about 3-4 hrs, and should not be any issue with your long-acting antibiotic.

Question 7

venomous spider bite does zpak work for it?

Accepted Answer

: Please see urgent care. A cephalosporin provides good Staph treatment. Watch for fever, swelling, drainage and pain. A wound treatment plan is usually outlined by urgent care. Keep wound clean and dry.

Question 8

is levaquin (levofloxacin) better than zpak?

Accepted Answer

Depends on bug: Try not to think of antibiotics in terms of "better" or "worse", rather by what bugs they treat and side effect profile.  For example, Levaquin (levofloxacin) works well for kidney and prostate infections, whereas we wouldn't use it for something like chlamydia first line (that would be Azithromycin or what's in the zpack).  Levaquin (levofloxacin) has a black box warning for tendon rupture, zpack no black box warning.

Question 9

how long after taking zpak can u take clindamycin?

Accepted Answer

Right away: You can take these drugs at the same time if it's desired. The zithromax has a long half life and will remain in your body for 5 days after you stop taking it.  Clindamycin's half life is much shorter and it will be eliminated from your body much more rapidly after stopping it.

Question 10

will you feel like u have something heavy on ur chest from yakimg tessalan perles with a zpak?

Accepted Answer

Chest congestion: or pneumonia; however chest pain and heaviness should never be ignored. Get checked at local ER or UC clinic.

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My zpak is a year past expiration, is it still effective?

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I have a bad cold and need a zpak?

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Is a zpak stronger than augmenton 875 mg ?

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Can i take theraflu daytime/nighttime while on paxlovid, also zpak?

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Can i take maxalt (rizatriptan) with zpak?

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Venomous spider bite does zpak work for it?

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Is levaquin (levofloxacin) better than zpak?

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Will you feel like u have something heavy on ur chest from yakimg tessalan perles with a zpak?

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