What is azithromyicin used for?

Azithromycin is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It is usually prescribed to treat infections of the respiratory tract, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and sinusitis. It can also be used to treat infections of the skin, including cellulitis and impetigo, as well as some sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as chlamydia and gonorrhea. In addition, it may be used to prevent and treat certain infections in people with a weakened immune system. Azithromycin works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which prevents the bacteria from growing and multiplying.