Ilosone
Intended to relieve systemic bacterial infections to support mucosal clearance and target microbial ribosomal structures.
- Categories
- Respiratory Health · Bladder Health
- Active ingredient
- Erythromycin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Ilosone, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Ilosone vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Ilosone details
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Pertussis · Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection
- Alternative names
- erythromycin
- Therapeutic class
- Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- gastroparesis
- Contraindications
- concurrent pimozide use; severe hepatic dysfunction
- 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)
- Originator
- Eli Lilly
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Theophylline; Digoxin; Simvastatin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
intended to relieve systemic bacterial infections to support mucosal clearance and target microbial ribosomal structures.
Mechanism of action
Reversibly binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of target bacteria, halting essential protein translation and cell growth.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Generally considered safe during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Compatible.
What you will receive
Ilosone is the originator brand name, made by Eli Lilly. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Eli Lilly.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Erythromycin is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.