Azithromycin and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 3)

• ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2019

For Chlamydia Infection "I got diagnosed with chlamydia, and they prescribed me azithromycin, four 250 mg pills, and it said to take them all at once. I took them on an empty stomach, and 10 minutes after, I started having intense stomach cramps and felt nauseous. The cramps were so bad I had to have my boyfriend drive home, and it hurt to walk. The cramping was in the middle lower part of my stomach, and eventually, my lower stomach area had pain, and also I was pooping out just water - it felt like I was peeing out of my butt. The pain was bad, and it lasted for hours. I was on the floor in pain. Not sure if it worked yet, today was my first day taking it."

• Pre...
• March 5, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "I was reading the reviews for this medication 30 minutes after I had ingested it. I can't deny, I was a little bit worried while reading the side effects, especially because I took it with only having eaten two cookies and a banana. Surprisingly, I had not a single side effect. I was not throwing up, nor did I have diarrhea or an upset stomach. I was actually hungry. I ate peacefully and happily ate Chinese food and cheesecake without a single issue. I will say I noticed an increased amount of discharge, not yellow like I was having before, but it was kind of white/clear thick. My guess is my vagina is cleansing itself and clearing out everything inside. I would highly recommend this, it's quick, easy, and simple."

• The...
• February 24, 2017

For Chlamydia Infection "So I was prescribed four of these little delights as a precautionary measure and figured, hey, better safe than sorry, right? I frequently get throat infections and take antibiotics for them, so I figured my body should be pretty well accustomed and that I would be completely fine. I had a light snack and took the pills before bed. An hour or two passed with no symptoms, and I was relieved as I was pretty worried about feeling nauseous after my pharmacist had warned me I most likely would. I feel fairly gassy as I'm going to sleep, but figure that's pretty normal and harmless... fast forward a few hours, and I wake up feeling wet because I pooped the bed. Here I am, humiliated, frequently visiting the bathroom, wearing a makeshift diaper of pads."

• not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2019

For Chlamydia Infection "I tested positive for chlamydia and was prescribed two azithromycin 500 mg pills. The nausea was awful and I had really bad stomach cramps for about an hour, but nothing else after that. A week later, and I am still experiencing symptoms, so I am praying that this medicine worked!!!"

• No...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2015

For Chlamydia Infection "I went to the doctor, and they made me take two 500 mg tablets of this medicine. I was okay at the doctor, but on my way home, I started to feel nausea and severe stomach aches. As soon as I came in, I started to cook some eggs and turkey bacon, but as soon as it was done cooking, I had to vomit and use the restroom. My stomach is hurting, and I feel so weak. Maybe it will change after I eat, but as far as right now, this is horrible. I took it on an empty stomach, so I see that's a no-go."

• Agh...
• March 15, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "So I found out Friday that I had chlamydia, I was prescribed two pills (500 mg each) of azithromycin. I didn't eat all day, so I took them, then had a slice of pizza. Totally bad idea. About 20 minutes later, I felt dizzy, lightheaded, and ended up puking everything. Today is now Monday, I had the prescription refilled, ate a meal first, then took the two pills. Felt fine for about two hours, then suddenly my stomach started hurting. I was so afraid I was going to end up pining, so I forced myself to eat bread. Two and a half hours later, I had to run to the bathroom, ended up having diarrhea but felt so much better after. My stomach doesn't hurt anymore! So gross, I know! Just make sure to take these while at home!"

• Anonymous
• February 9, 2011

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "I went to the ER because I thought I had bronchitis. Turns out it was an upper respiratory infection. I was given the Z-pak 500 mg and was told to take the 2 pills as a first dose, which was around 8:00 pm. The next morning, I felt a lot better than the previous day and continued the regimen. But on the 3rd day, I was nauseous and had this horrible metallic taste in my mouth. Now it's the 4th day, and I can't stand this taste. However, the nasty coughing and the phlegm are pretty much gone."

• Opt...
• June 22, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "Took the 2 pink tablets, 500 mg each, as one dose, and everything was fine. I took a nap, and a few hours later, woke up sweating and really nauseous. I then began getting really bad cramping... Haven't gone to the bathroom yet, but I did yack because the nausea was that bad. I really hope the medicine is still effective even after puking a few hours after taking it. Definitely learned my lesson about unprotected sex!!"

• MJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2020

For Bacterial Infection "Do NOT let all the reviews scare you off azithromycin like they did me. I knew I’d write a review of it either way, as I've never taken the medication before. I took the 4-pill at a time dosage, at around lunchtime. I had a bit of bloating before I took the medication, so I was worried about how that would affect it. I had no diarrhea, slight nausea, no vomiting, just extremely gassy. Like, insanely so. So I would just stay home and let yourself be gassy for the day. I ate a small meal and took the dosage about an hour later."

• Tal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2015

For Chlamydia Infection "I took 4-250 mg during 1 meal. My doctor said that this dose was enough for me to clear the infection. I am 5'3", 170 lbs. To avoid stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea, she suggested that I take 2 bites of my meal, take a pill... 2 more bites, take a pill, and so forth. It worked well!"

• SVT...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2016

For Sinusitis "The first day it caused me very bad nausea. However, I think it's because I had to take 2 pills on the first day per the instructions. On the second day, I had a bit of diarrhea, but the nausea went away. I learned that I had to eat a lot to get my stomach full in order not to feel the nausea. Overall, this medicine worked in clearing up my sinus infection. I feel that on the third day the medicine did its job, and I started showing much improvement. (My fever had gone away after the first dose of medicine.)"

• I...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2015

For Chlamydia Infection "I want to point out that I'm 20, 5'4" and 125 lbs, so effects will likely vary. I waited till bedtime to take the (2) 500 mg pills because of the listed side effects. Immediately after, I felt dizziness and a tad queasy. I slept way longer than usual, so I assume the medicine was doing its job. Typically, I'm up by 6:30-7, but I didn't get up till almost 10. I had diarrhea that morning. The sluggish, drowsy feeling lasted the entire day, along with a slight headache. I felt an awful pain in my abdomen on my way to class too, but that went away after about an hour. That's pretty much it, my partner took the same medicine that had been prescribed by his doctor and didn't experience any of this. I'm just super glad that it's treatable."

• sad...
• July 31, 2019

For Chlamydia Infection "I took two of the 500 mg pills. I felt fine and took them with food. Two hours later, I was extremely nauseous and dizzy and had diarrhea. I then felt fine, then another hour later, I got extreme chills and was shaking and had a fever. The experience with this medicine sucked, so I hope it's all cleared up, and I am always using condoms now :/"

• Ron...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 30, 2021

For Bacterial Infection "My doctor prescribed me this for an ear infection. 500 mg for 4 days. I made it through all four days fine, but then on day 5, I had a couple of really bad dizzy spells and felt like I was going to faint. I went to the ER, and everything checked out fine: blood work, EKG, chest X-ray, etc. Well, I'm now on day 7 and feel horrible. Super anxious, nauseated, indigestion, and just feel horrible. I'm hoping it stops soon."

• ano...
• February 10, 2017

For Chlamydia Infection "18, first gyno visit, and I tested positive for chlamydia, BV, and a yeast infection. How embarrassing. For chlamydia, doc prescribed 1 dose of a 1000 mg pill of azithro. I had zero side effects. I got retested 2 months later and results came back still positive even though I abstained from sex. Treatment must not have worked :( this time around I was prescribed two 500 mg azithro pills. Take these pills at night before bed. The side effects only lasted 2 hours max. If you feel nauseous, take deep breaths and lay on your left side. I have no advice for diarrhea lol I'm still running to the bathroom. Fingers crossed it works this time."

• Goo...
• November 25, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "I sadly got chlamydia again and was once again prescribed two 500 mg tablets to be taken at once. After about an hour of taking them, I felt like I was going to die, my stomach hurt so bad I couldn't walk, and taking deep breaths hurt so bad. It's a stomach pain I wouldn't wish on anyone. I'm surprised I didn't throw up because I came so close to losing it like four times. Please use protection from now on, I know I will. CAUTION!! DO NOT HAVE ANYTHING PLANNED FOR AT LEAST 3-4 HOURS AFTER TAKING!!"

• Sad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2020

For Chlamydia Infection "I was prescribed 2 azithromycin pills to cure my chlamydia. I took the two pills together, followed by water, and at least 15 mins later, I started to feel nauseous. So I laid down, however, I felt like that was only making it worse. So I sat up, the nausea went away, but then I started to get stomach cramps through the lower part of my stomach. I’m now having diarrhea and a slight headache. I’m going to continue staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water, hopefully, it’ll help. I’m just glad I was able to get the pills to get this over with. Considering everything, I don’t mind the side effects as long as I’m cured."

• See...
• December 9, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "Just today I found out I got it, and my doctor has prescribed the 4 pills to take at once. I got home around 9:30 and took the 4 pills, then I had a small salad. Immediately, I started to feel like I have to throw up. Then my stomach starts to hurt horribly, hearing my stomach make all these weird noises and sounds. Then I started getting a ridiculous amount of gas out of nowhere. These side effects are the worst, I swear."

• ang...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 15, 2017

For Chlamydia Infection "So I took the 4 pink pills at the clinic, was feeling great that I was getting rid of this infection. 1 hour later, I had eaten a sandwich, like 30 mins later, man, did I feel nauseous, as if I had eaten something really greasy. I felt it in my throat, it wasn't like I had to throw up, but I had the sensation. I didn't want to throw up, 'cause hey, I already took these pills, don't wanna ruin the effect. Then I got the sensation I had to poo bad. I got diarrhea. Let's just hope these pills work!!! Side effects caught me off guard, 'cause this is my first time experiencing this. But hope my review helps others going through the same!"

• Ran...
• July 29, 2016

For Chlamydia Infection "I usually don't do reviews on medication, but I felt the need to write a review because of all the horrible experiences people say they had. After Googling about azithromycin, I was so scared to take it. I have a phobia of vomiting, so reading about how almost every person who wrote a review claimed they threw up made me so nervous to the point of tears. To reassure everyone who has the same phobia as me or is concerned, I felt no nausea whatsoever. I took the liquid azithromycin at 2:00 am after a small meal last night. I will admit about an hour after, I got minor stomach cramps that subsided after eating a few saltine crackers. That was the only side effect I experienced: no diarrhea, no nausea, no 'labor pains.'"

• Lad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2019

For Bacterial Infection "Took all 4 pills for vaginal discharge, no STDs. I had just eaten dinner, so I took the pills. Slight nausea for an hour or 2, so I took some anti-nausea medication. By bedtime, super nauseous and had stomach pains. I took 2 more anti-nausea pills throughout the night as I couldn't sleep for waking up every 5 minutes feeling like I needed to vomit. Then at around 4 am, all the pills kicked in and the nausea went away. Now 5 days later, I got diarrhea all day. However, it did clear up the vaginal discharge, though."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2019

For Sinusitis "Every fall going into winter, I get a bad sinus infection and it starts in my chest. Zithromax is the only thing that works. It started working after the first dose of 2 pills on the first day. Mild diarrhea on the first day. Augmentin has worse side effects for me and does not work as well, causing nausea and stomach cramps. I can handle the mild side effect of Zithromax because the end result is feeling better and fast."

• Cla...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 18, 2019

For Chlamydia Infection "I took four 250 mg azithromycin pills, 4 hours ago (for chlamydia). I have mild-moderate IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Honestly, it's not as bad as these reviews make it seem. Within the first 2 minutes of swallowing the pills, I felt my stomach frothing up, like Mentos in Coke. Bubbling and making fizzing sounds. Oddly enough, even with an annoying urge to burp that stayed with me for about an hour and a half and only went away for about an hour before coming back, I still cannot burp, I have only burped once. Secondly, the worst, and by far the most uncomfortable side effect, is mild nausea, with the feeling of gas/air moving around in your stomach and intestines. P.S., none of these symptoms have anything to do with my IBS, if anything, I thought this experience would be 5 times worse because of my IBS."

• Amy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2017

For Sinusitis "Took this drug (5-day dose) for a sinus infection. It did clear up the infection, but the side effects were horrible. I got dizzy, had a horrible headache, felt nauseous, and at one point even vomited. Each day was agonizing, and I think I could have taken something else easier on the body for a minor sinus infection. I finished my last dose two days ago, but I'm still feeling the dizziness. I hope it goes away soon."

• Pre...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2019

For Chlamydia Infection "So I found out I had this (like everyone else on here). I had eaten pretty well through the day (fried food though). I got a shot on the right side of my buttocks and felt nothing. I went to CVS pharmacy to get the two pills, 500 mg (must take both at the same time equaling 1000 mg!). I didn’t feel much until (even managed to cook some spaghetti). HOWEVER, about 2 hours later, I felt funny, got hot as anything, had nausea, laid down, mouth formed with saliva, then it hit me like a rocket. I was like, 'OMG, you gotta run to the bathroom!' Thankfully, no one was in there as I sure did poop a lot - like never before, and then it was coming out like pee. I got scared in fear I might get dehydrated. After all the pooping, I felt a little stronger, so I took a shower and washed my hair. Now I’m lying in bed scared to eat the spaghetti I cooked due to the extreme diarrhea. Scary, lmao. Definitely wrapping it up from now on!!! Not worth the stomach cramps, pains, and diarrhea."