There is an updated dose of Azithromycin as a third-line oral antibiotic agent within the Pharyngitis: Adult and Pediatric CDT. This change takes effect immediately and is posted on the CRNS website along with all of the CDTs for RN(AAP) practice.
The change in Adult and Pediatric dosing and duration of Azithromycin is consistent with the RxFiles: Drug comparison charts (13th ed.), and is as follows:
If you have any questions, CRNS Practice Advisors are available by emailing practiceadvice@crns.ca.
Reference
RxFiles Academic Detailing Program. (2021). RxFiles: Drug comparison charts (13th ed.). Saskatoon Health Region.