Warning Signs of Potentially Severe Zithromax Side Effects
By Andrea Gressman
Pfizer’s drug Zithromax (Z-Pak) is classified as a macrolide antibiotic. It is one of the most popular antibiotics on the market today and is frequently prescribed to treat those with bacterial infections, such as ear infections and eye infections.
However, many patients are prescribed Zithromax without being made fully aware of the serious side effects that Zithromax has been linked to even though Pfizer has had knowledge of these severe side effects for some time now. As a result, there have been a number of Z-Pak side effect victims that wish they would have been able to make an informed decision before agreeing to use the popular antibiotic. A number of these victims have opted to file a Zithromax lawsuit against Pfizer because they claim they were not properly warned and now seek compensation for their serious injuries.
Warning Signs of Zithromax Side Effects
If someone has been prescribed Zithromax there are a number of side effects that users need to be aware of in order to seek medical attention right away. Although some of these may be more serious than others, it is important that you contact your medical care provider immediately in order to receive the medical treatment necessary to prevent these side effects from developing into something life-threatening. These side effects include the following:
- Buzzing or ringing ears
- Chest pains
- Dark urine or stools the color of clay
- Dizziness
- Elevated levels of liver enzymes
- Fainting
- Fever
- Itching
- Insomnia
- Jaundice (skin yellows)
- Nausea
- Nervousness
- Rashes
- Severe headaches with rapid or pounding heartbeat
- Stomach pain
- Swelling
- Vaginal discharge or itching
- Watery or bloody diarrhea
- Other serious skin reactions
Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) – A Severe Zithromax Side Effect
One of the most severe side effects that Zithromax and Z-Pak have been linked to is Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS). This is a very serious condition that generally starts as a rash and then progresses to the point where it can be fatal. It is imperative that you contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop a rash after taking Z-Pak or Zithromax. Stevens Johnson Syndrome can sometimes be prevented if the patient is treated right away. Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is also another very serious side effect linked to the antibiotic. This results when the patient develops SJS and it becomes more severe.
Again, it is critical to contact your medical care provider if you detect a Zithromax side effect. There are a number of very serious problems that the drugs have caused to previous users. Many of these victims have opted to file a product liability lawsuit because they felt they were not properly warned about the severe side effects that can result from Zithromax use. If you have already been injured due to a Zithromax side effect you can also file your own lawsuit.
Visit the Zithromax Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Investigation page to learn more about your legal options. Provide your information and you will receive a free legal review from an experienced Zithromax lawsuit attorney. Zithromax side effects like Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) can be very difficult to get through physically, emotionally, and financially. There are people available to help.
Updated March 5th, 2013
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