Erythromycin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Erythromycin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Erythromycin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Erythromycin Pronunciation : er ith roe mye' sin ICD Code : Y41.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- InfectivesTrade Names/Brand Names of Erythromycin
India :
Erythrocin (100 mg) |
Aknemycin Plus |
Erthrocin (100 mg) |
Erythrolar (500 mg) |
Orithricin (250 mg) |
Erysoft Kid (125 mg) |
Erase (250 mg) |
Osomycin (250 mg) |
Methro (60 ml) |
Eltocin-DS (500mg)
International :
ERY-C, Ery-Tab, Erythromycin Base Filmtab, PCE Dispertab.
Why is Erythromycin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, diphtheria, legionnaires' disease, pertussis etc. It slows or stops bacterial cell growth.When should Erythromycin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated to patients who are taking terfenadine or astemizole and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Erythromycin?
PO- Adults: The usual dose is 250 mg every 6 hours taken one hour before meals.Child: The usual dosage is 30 to 50 mg/kg/day in divided doses.
How should Erythromycin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.What are the warnings and precautions for Erythromycin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, yellowing of the skin or eyes, colitis, stomach problems, irregular heartbeat, blood disease porphyria, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
• It may aggravate muscle weakness in patients with myasthenia gravis.
• Monitor liver function, kidney function and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.
