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Azithromycin - can you cut the pill in half?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 8, 2025.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

Yes, you could halve the pill if you needed to. It doesn't have any extended release coating.

There is a suspension available as well, just in case you need a small dose.

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