Erythrocin 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
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 used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Erythrocin Tablet
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
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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Erythrocin 500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Erythrocin 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet is recommended.
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.
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
CAUTION
Erythrocin 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine in liver disease patients can cause hearing loss.
Use of this medicine in liver disease patients can cause hearing loss.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Erythrocin 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet
Twice A Day
63%
Thrice A Day
26%
Four Times A *
5%
Once A Day
5%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Erythrocin Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
60%
Bacterial ski*
40%
*Bacterial infections, Bacterial skin infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Erythrocin 500mg Tablet?
Nausea
50%
Abdominal cra*
50%
*Abdominal cramp
FAQs
Q. Can the use of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Erythrocin 500mg 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.
Q. How long does Erythrocin 500mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Erythrocin 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Erythrocin 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Erythrocin 500mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.
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