How to relieve stomach pain caused by azithromycin

Abdominal pain refers to stomachache. In general, abdominal pain after taking azithromycin tablets may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as intestinal spasms or pseudomembranous colitis, and symptomatic management should be carried out according to the specific situation. Detailed analysis is as follows:

I. Physiological Factors

If the patient's abdomen becomes cold during medication, causing the abdominal muscles to contract abnormally due to cold stimulation, abdominal pain may occur. This is a normal phenomenon. It is recommended to keep the abdomen warm and ensure adequate rest.

II. Pathological Factors

1. Intestinal Spasms

Azithromycin tablets are antibiotic medications primarily used to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as bronchitis and pharyngitis. Due to individual differences in constitution, some patients may experience abnormal intestinal motility after taking the drug, leading to abdominal spasms and resulting in abdominal pain. It is recommended to perform abdominal massage under medical guidance to relieve discomfort.

2. Pseudomembranous Colitis

Prolonged use of the medication may disrupt the balance of intestinal flora, alter cell permeability, cause local damage to the intestinal wall, and lead to pseudomembranous colitis. Inflammatory factors can stimulate nerves in the intestinal area, causing this condition. Patients should discontinue azithromycin tablets immediately and, under medical supervision, begin treatment with medications such as metronidazole tablets or vancomycin hydrochloride injection.

In addition, abdominal pain might also result from improper diet, gastrointestinal dysfunction, bacterial dysentery, or other factors. If the pain persists without relief, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary.