For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully. Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of erythromycin in children. Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of erythromycin in the elderly.
However, elderly patients are more likely to have erythromycin-induced hearing loss, heart rhythm problems, and bleeding problems. Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding. Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary.
When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended.
Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur.
Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:. Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.
Take this medicine with or without food. Erythromycin On this page About erythromycin Key facts Who can and cannot take erythromycin How and when to take it Side effects How to cope with side effects Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions.
About erythromycin Erythromycin is an antibiotic. Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today? Take erythromycin 2 or 4 times a day as prescribed by your doctor. For most infections, you should feel better within a few days. For skin conditions like acne and rosacea, it may take a couple of months before you see an improvement. The most common side effects of erythromycin are feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting , stomach cramps and diarrhoea.
Drinking alcohol with erythromycin may slightly reduce or delay the medicine's benefits. Erythromycin can be taken by children. To make sure erythromycin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: had an allergic reaction to erythromycin or other antibiotics in the past a rare, inherited blood disorder called porphyria liver or kidney problems had diarrhoea when you've taken antibiotics before fast, pounding or irregular heartbeats a sexually transmitted infection called syphilis and you're pregnant - erythromycin alone may not be able to prevent your baby getting the infection a muscle-weakening illness called myasthenia gravis - erythromycin can make your symptoms worse low potassium or magnesium levels, or have been diagnosed with this in the past.
Important Carry on taking this medicine until the course is completed, even if you feel better. How to take it Swallow erythromycin tablets or capsules whole with a drink of water. What if I forget to take it?
What if I take too much? Information for parents and carers If your baby is vomiting or very irritable after feeding, stop giving them erythromycin and contact your doctor, midwife or health visitor for advice. Common side effects These common side effects of erythromycin happen in more than 1 in people. Keep taking the medicine, but talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or don't go away: feeling sick nausea being sick vomiting and diarrhoea stomach cramps loss of appetite bloating and indigestion Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people.
Call a doctor straight away if you get: chest pains or your heart is beating abnormally skin rash severe stomach pain - this can be a sign of pancreas problems yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, or pale poo with dark pee - these can be signs of liver or gallbladder problems seizures hallucinations seeing or hearing things that aren't there ringing in the ears, temporary hearing loss, or feeling unsteady on your feet a temperature of 38C and above Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to erythromycin.
What to do about: feeling sick nausea - stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food while you're taking this medicine. It might help to take your erythromycin with a meal or snack. Signs of dehydration include peeing less than usual or having strong-smelling pee. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor.
It can help to eat and drink slowly and have smaller and more frequent meals. Putting a heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help. If you are in a lot of pain, speak to your pharmacist or doctor. If it helps, eat smaller meals more often than usual. Snack when you're hungry. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless your doctor tells you to. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up. Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company. Selected from data included with permission and copyright by First DataBank, Inc. This copyrighted material has been downloaded from a licensed ata provider and is not for distribution, except as may be authorized by the applicable terms of use.
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Top of the page. Uses Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Other Uses This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. How To Use Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Erythromycin is a prescription medication used to treat infections caused by bacteria. How was your experience with Erythromycin? First, a little about yourself Male Female. What tips would you provide a friend before taking Erythromycin? Choose one. Back Next. How well did Erythromycin work for you? Did you experience many side effects while taking this drug?
How likely would you be to recommend Erythromycin to a friend? Back Submit. Uses of Erythromycin Back to Top. Oral: Oral erythromycin is a prescription medication used to treat infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory tract infections, intestinal infections, ear infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, and venereal disease. Topical: Topical erythromycin is a prescription medication used to treat acne vulgaris.
Injectable: Injectable erythromycin is a prescription medication used to treat infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory tract infections, intestinal infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, and venereal disease. Erythromycin Brand Names Back to Top. Erythromycin Drug Class Back to Top.
Erythromycin is part of the drug class: Macrolides. Side Effects of Erythromycin Back to Top. Oral: Common side effects of oral erythromycin include the following: Upset stomach Diarrhea Vomiting Stomach cramps Mild skin rash Stomach pain Topical: Common side effects of topical erythromycin include the following: Irritation at the site of application, including dryness, redness, itching, and burning Injectable: Common side effects of oral injectable erythromycin include the following: Irritation at the injection site Skin rash This is not a complete list of erythromycin side effects.
Erythromycin Interactions Back to Top. Erythromycin Precautions Back to Top. Oral: Serious side effects have been reported with erythromycin including the following: Severe skin rash Itching Hives Difficulty breathing or swallowing Wheezing Yellowing of the skin or eyes Dark skin Pale stools Unusual tiredness Vaginal infections Topical: Serious side effects have been reported with erythromycin including the following: Irritation at the site of application, including dryness, redness, itching, and burning Redness, itching, stinging, or burning of the eye Ophthalmic erythromycin can also cause blurred vision.
Injectable: Serious side effects have been reported with erythromycin including the following: Cardiac complications, including QT prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias Allergic reactions with skin reactions ranging from mild rash to widespread redness, necrosis, and detachment of the epidermis Do not take erythromycin if you: are allergic to erythromycin or to any of its ingredients are taking terfenadine Seldane are taking astemizole Hismanal.
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