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If azithromycin is being used for long term use, what dose would be suitable, ie; for chronic lung infections due bronciectasis./sinus issues..ect?

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Dr. Christopher Nicora answered

Bronchiectasis: 250-500 mg daily.

Answered 10/29/2016

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A member asked:

If azithromycin is being used for long term use, what dose would be suitable, ie; for chronic lung infections due bronciectasis./sinus issues..ect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Nicora answered

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