Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules Medication Information
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Generic Name : Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules Pronunciation : e-RITH-roe-MYE-sin ETH-il-SUX-i-nateBrand Names or Trade Names of Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules
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Why is Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a macrolide antibiotic, prescribed for bacterial infections.When should Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients who are taking terfenadine, astemizole, pimozide, or cisapride and with known hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules?
Adults – PO- 400 mg erythromycin ethylsuccinate every 6 hours is the usual dose.How should Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules be taken?
It comes as a suspension to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, kidney or liver disease; irregular heartbeat, low blood potassium or magnesium levels; myasthenia gravis, porphyria, diarrhea, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
• Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.
• Use only for bacterial infections and not for viral infection.
What are the side effects of Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate Granules?
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and loss of appetite.Liver - Liver inflammation, liver dysfunction and/or abnormal liver function.
