Azithromycin — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Azithromycin dihydrate
Drug Class: Antibiotic
Macrolide antibiotic for bacterial infections.
Nutrients That Azithromycin May Deplete
Long-term use of Azithromycin is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Probiotics
- B vitamins
- Vitamin K
- Magnesium
Common Side Effects of Azithromycin
- Digestive upset
- Heart rhythm changes
- Hearing problems
- C. diff infection
Key Drug Interactions — Azithromycin
Azithromycin has 3 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Blood thinners
- Antacids
- Heart rhythm medications
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Azithromycin deplete nutrients?
Yes. Azithromycin has been associated with depletion of Probiotics, B vitamins, Vitamin K, Magnesium based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Azithromycin deplete?
Azithromycin is associated with lower levels of: Probiotics, B vitamins, Vitamin K, Magnesium. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Azithromycin?
Common side effects associated with Azithromycin include: Digestive upset; Heart rhythm changes; Hearing problems; C. diff infection.