2 grams of Zithromax

[Meecee]

I was prescribed 2 Grams of Zithromax and wondered if I could split it up over 2 days instead of taking the full 8 pills at once. I'm afraid of the upset stomach and diarrhea . Just wondering if I cansplit up the dosage and get the same results?

[auntiejessi]

In the US, we give 1 gm as well for chlamydia.  If that's what you were treating, the 2 gm is overkill.

AJ

[london08]

absolutely right to follow what your doctor prescribed, I am just lettng you know what we do in the UK for chlamydia and hopefully putting your mind at ease as regards whether you took them all at once or not.

[inneedofhelp4]

OK..yes the diarrhea is has set in.  London08 maybe correct for this, but i guess it depends on what the medication was being used to treat i guess..im not a DR..but i guess its good to believe and follow what your DR. prescribed.

[london08]

In England we only give a single gram of zithromax for chlamydia as that is considered more thsan enough to kill the offending organism. 2 grams is really overkill in my opinion and it is more likely to give you antibiotic side effects such as diarrhoea. I would definately say that if it is chlamydia you are treating, 1 gram is enough and certainly taking it over two days would be fine. take care

[inneedofhelp4]

How timely...i just took the 8 pills.  

I have a slight upset stomach but nothing that bad...i had a small dinner a few minutes after i ate it