Erythromycin Tablets
Erythromycin tablets for bacterial infections. They are a macrolide antibiotic, an option for those who cannot take penicillin.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Erythromycin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Erythromycin Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Erythromycin Tablets details
- Condition
- Bacterial Infections
- Alternative names
- eryc
- Therapeutic class
- Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- gastroparesis
- Contraindications
- concurrent use of cisapride or pimozide; severe hepatic impairment
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal cramps; ototoxicity at high doses; mild rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Theophylline; Digoxin; Simvastatin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for all paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Erythromycin tablets for bacterial infections. They are a macrolide antibiotic, an option for those who cannot take penicillin.
Mechanism of action
Binds irreversibly to 50S ribosomal structures, stopping translocation steps and terminating bacterial protein generation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
What you will receive
Erythromycin Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Erythromycin, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.