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A member asked:

What is the correct dose for my 12 year old who weighs 113 lbs for zithromax ?

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Dr. Josephine Ruiz-healy answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depends: It depends what it is prescribed for.

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Answered 9/15/2016

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Dr. Marcus Degraw answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Adult dosing: Once children reach above a certain weight, the regular adult z-peak or tri- pak for three days is fine for zithromax.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/2/2015

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Varies by illness: Zithromax comes in different liquid concentrations and comes in different tablet concentrations. The dosage will vary based on the type of illness. Ear infections and pneumonia may need 5 days treatment. Sinusitis may need 2 rounds of 5 days each treatment. Sexually transmitted diseases may be treated with one large dose on one day. Few other illnesses can be treated one large dose 1 day.

Answered 8/31/2016

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