Azithromycin

What does "Azithromycin" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Azithromycin is a type of medicine that is often used to fight different kinds of bacterial infections. It belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics. These medicines work by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying, which helps the body's immune system to get rid of the infection.

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