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What is the difference between erythromycin base tablets and zithromax powder substance?
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Not much: These 2 are in the same family of abx called macrolides. Zithromax is usually prescribed for lung infections and is more commonly prescribed than erythromycin. They both can cause diarrhea...Hope this helps!
Answered 12/14/2012
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