Azithromycin is indicated for the treatment of the following infections when known or likely to be due to one or more susceptible microorganisms:
- bronchitis
- community-acquired pneumonia
- sinusitis
- pharyngitis/tonsillitis (see section 4.4 regarding streptococcal infections)
- otitis media
- skin and soft tissue infections
- uncomplicated genital infections due to Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Considerations should be given to official guidance regarding the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.