Erythromycin Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Erythromycin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Erythromycin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Erythromycin Pronunciation : er ith roe mye' sin ICD Code : Y41.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- InfectivesBrand Names or Trade Names of Erythromycin
India :
Rekcin (250 mg) |
Ero B F |
Eryspans (250 mg) |
Thromycin (250 mg) |
Eltocin (250mg) |
Acnesol (Skin) (20 gm) |
Ery (250 mg) |
Eltocin-DS (500mg) |
Eroate (500mg) |
Acnederm (Skin) (20 ml)
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.
