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Im on zpack for an ear and sinus infection i took 4 of the 6 pills sofar and today woke up feeling faint with nausea and muscle weakness.is this ok. ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Could be: a side effect of the azithromycin, the nausea. The muscle weakness and faint feeling is not related, however, if you do feel really sick, call or visit your doctor for a recheck

Answered 8/25/2016

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A member asked:

Im on zpack for an ear and sinus infection i took 4 of the 6 pills sofar and today woke up feeling faint with nausea and muscle weakness.is this ok. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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