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Erytho 500 Tablet

Manufactured byPci Pharmaceuticals
ContainsErythromycin
Description
Erytho 500 Tablet is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, skin, bones, stomach, and intestine. It can be also used with other antibiotics to treat certain infections caused by sexually transmitted organisms like Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, etc. The topical forms of erythromycin are used to treat acne or pimples. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Common side effects of Erytho 500 Tablet are diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, changes in sense of taste, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Use it cautiously in individuals with liver problems. It should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. Erytho 500 Tablet is available on prescription as capsules, tablets, liquid, injection, gel, cream, ointment, and lotion. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. You can take this antibiotic with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take Erytho 500 Tablet around the same time every day.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Erytho 500 Tablet

Erycin 500 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Erythro 500 MG Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Erythrocin 500 MG Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.
Erythromycin Estol 500 MG Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.
ELTOCIN-DS TABLET
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Erytho 500 Tablet

  • Mouth ulcers
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Muscle or joint pain
  • Chest tightness
  • Stomach pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Dizziness
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Swelling of the face, lips or throat
  • Headache
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Dark coloured urine

Uses of Erytho 500 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Community-Acquired Pneumonia
  • Acute otitis media
  • Bronchitis
  • Pertussis
  • Prophylaxis for Rheumatic Fever
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
  • Stomach and intestinal infections
  • Skin and Soft tissue infections
  • Syphilis
  • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
  • Acne vulgaris
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking erythromycin. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if the condition gets better.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of action for erythromycin is not clinically determined.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Erytho 500 Tablet
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Erytho 500 Tablet is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. However, in early pregnancy, it can increase the risk of major birth defects and therefore should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Erytho 500 Tablet is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Erytho 500 Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Liver damage

Do not use Erytho 500 Tablet in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice (a condition of reduced bile flow from the liver to the small intestine) or impaired liver function associated with prior use of this medicine.

Statins

The combined use of Erytho 500 Tablet and statins (cholesterol medicines) such as atorvastatin, simvastatin, etc., cause serious side effects on muscles such as pain, tenderness, or weakness.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Erytho 500 Tablet is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. However, in early pregnancy, it can increase the risk of major birth defects and therefore should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Erytho 500 Tablet is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Erytho 500 Tablet, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Diarrhoea

Erytho 500 Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Allergy

Avoid taking Erytho 500 Tablet if you have a known allergy to it or other macrolides. Seek immediate medical attention if the patient experiences any allergic symptoms like rashes, itching, nausea, vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Erytho 500 Tablet. And if a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

Seek medical emergency in case of an Erytho 500 Tablet overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Clonazepam

Amiodarone

Pimozide

Ethinyl Estradiol

Alprazolam

Verapamil

Clobazam

Atorvastatin

Ceritinib

Ketoconazole

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Erytho 500 Tablet due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

QT Prolongation

Erytho 500 Tablet may cause heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance) in some patients who are taking heart medications. It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Use Erytho 500 Tablet with extreme caution in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.
Food interactions
Take Erytho 500 Tablet at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after meals because food may alter the desired effect of the medicine. Taking grapefruit juice during therapy with Erytho 500 Tablet is not advised.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Oral forms: Take Erytho 500 Tablet with or without food. Your doctor will determine an appropriate erythromycin dose for you. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Erythromycin dosage for child is decided based on the age and bodyweight. Take it at around the same time daily. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Injection: Erytho 500 Tablet should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital. Topical forms: Use as directed by the doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Erytho 500 Tablet works by stopping the bacterial protein synthesis that is essential for its growth. Thus it kills or stops the growth of bacteria.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Macrolides, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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