Erythrocin 500mg (Erythromycin)

What is Erythrocin 500mg?

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve the symptoms and cures the infection.

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

How Erythrocin Tablet Works

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.

How To Use Erythrocin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits Of Erythrocin Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs and skin. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side Effects Of Erythrocin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Erythrocin

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

Warning

Pregnancy

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is recommend.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of this medicine may affect hearing in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Erythrocin 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine in liver disease patients can cause hearing loss.

What If You Forget To Take Erythrocin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Erythrocin 500 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. Can the use of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Erythrocin 500 mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

2. How long does Erythrocin 500mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Erythrocin 500 mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

3. What if I don’t get better after using Erythrocin 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don’t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

4. Can I stop taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Erythrocin 500 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cure.