How does erythromycin compare to azithromycin in treating respiratory tract infections and what factors influence the choice between these macrolide antibiotics?
Lakshya KumarExplorer
How Does Erythromycin Compare to Azithromycin in Treating Respiratory Tract Infections?
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Erythromycin is often cheaper but has more gastrointestinal side effects than azithromycin, which has a longer half-life allowing shorter, less frequent dosing favorable for compliance.