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Z-Pak and Stomach Pain: What Users Say

Stomach pain: mentioned by 3 users (8.8%)

Based on user experiences from 34 Z-Pak reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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diarrhea 32.4%
upset stomach 23.5%
anxiety 8.8%
cough 8.8%
dizziness 8.8%
headaches 8.8%
nausea 8.8%
stomach pain 8.8%

Reviews for Z-Pak

Commonly mentioned side effects
  • Bry...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 1, 2022

For Bacterial Infection "I had to take a Z-Pak for 5 days, starting a week and a half ago. The first two days were fine, it started to clear up my infection incredibly fast, but starting on the 3rd day, I began to get stomach pain. Now, it’s been almost a week since my last dose, and I’ve been in bed writhing in pain every day, the cramps and gas pains are out of this world. It also gave me extreme heart palpitations, and I passed out a few nights ago! I’ve taken Z-Paks in the past with no issues, not sure what’s happening this time. I’m typing this from the bathroom as I sit trying so hard to go, but nothing comes, just severe pain."

5 / 10
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  • Jes...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 24, 2018

For Bacterial Infection "I love the Z-Pak! I am allergic to most every antibiotic out there, and so this is my go-to. I have three infections right now: double ear, sinus, and lung. I felt terrible two days ago, and now I am awesome. I am having the poops, and when I take it on an empty stomach, it hurts, but a bit of food and I am fine as wine. I have two days left of a five-day course, and I feel awesome. I love this antibiotic. Plus for me, as soon as I am done with it, I poop normally again."

10 / 10
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  • Bri...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 24, 2015

For Bacterial Infection "I started taking this medication for my bronchitis, and I feel better already. I have bronchitis, and it has seemed to help. I have noticed that I have diarrhea and some stomach pains. I'm pretty restless at night. Overall, I think it's alright."

7 / 10
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