How long does it take for mycoplasma cough to get better with azithromycin

Azithromycin can effectively control the pathogen in patients with cough caused by mycoplasma pneumonia, and the general course of treatment is 7-14 days, but if the patient is in poor physical condition or has other diseases, the treatment period may be relatively prolonged.

Mycoplasma pneumonia, which generally refers to an infection of the lungs caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection, has a cough as the main symptom, usually an irritating dry cough.

Azithromycin is the first choice for treatment, under normal circumstances, choose to take it in the way of eating 3 and stopping 4, that is, oral azithromycin for 3 days, stop the drug for 4 days, if the patient's symptoms improve significantly, the drug can be stopped, if the symptoms are not relieved, oral administration can be continued for 3 days, and the patient's condition can be significantly improved after 7-14 days of treatment. However, if the patient is in poor physical condition or has other comorbidities, the treatment period may be relatively prolonged.

Common adverse reactions of azithromycin include gastrointestinal reactions: abdominal pain, diarrhea, etc.; Skin reactions: rash, itching, etc.; There will also be dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc. Contraindicated in patients with allergy to erythromycin, azithromycin, or any kind of macrolide.

Patients with mycoplasma pneumonia should seek medical attention in time and take medication as prescribed. The above drugs should be standardized and rationally used under the guidance of professional physicians and pharmacists.