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Azithromycin Pediatric Dose Calculator

Harriet Lane–based dosing records for Azithromycin. Use with patient weight, indication, and local antimicrobial stewardship policy.

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Azithromycin

Generic: Zithromax, Z-Pak

Indication: Respiratory tract infections (including pertussis, pneumonia), otitis media, STIs, skin infections.

Pediatric dosage: 10 mg/kg PO day 1 (max 500 mg), then 5 mg/kg daily on days 2-5 (max 250 mg).

Route: PO, IV

Frequency: Once daily.

Warnings: QT prolongation risk; avoid with other QT-prolonging agents.