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Treats infections. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics.
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Ery-Tab, Erythrocin Stearate Filmtab, E.E.S. 200, E.E.S. 400 Filmtab, E.E.S. 400, EES, Eryped 400, Eryped 200, E.E.S. Granules, E.E.S. Granule, Eryped, Erythrocin Stearate, Ery Tabs, Eryc, PCE Dispertab |
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Erythromycin
Ery-Tab, Erythrocin Stearate Filmtab, E.E.S. 200, E.E.S. 400 Filmtab, E.E.S. 400, EES, Eryped 400, Eryped 200, E.E.S. Granules, E.E.S. Granule, Eryped, Erythrocin Stearate, Ery Tabs, Eryc, PCE Dispertab
Uses
Treats infections. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics.
Storage
- Some brands of erythromycin are stored in the refrigerator and some may be kept at room temperature.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to store your medicine and when it should be thrown away.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Chewable Tablet, Tablet, Coated Tablet, Delayed Release Capsule, Delayed Release Tablet.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use and how often.
Best taken on an empty stomach, but may be taken with food if stomach upset occurs.
Shake the oral liquid before each use.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
Swallow the coated tablet, delayed-release tablet, or delayed-release capsule whole.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
The medicine should be taken until it is gone, or until your doctor tells you to stop taking it.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Skin rash, hives or itching
Difficulty breathing
Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
For erythromycin estolate (Ilosone®): severe stomach pain, weakness, or if the skin has a yellow color
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any type of erythromycin.
Missed Dose
- May be taken as soon as possible.
Take the rest of the doses for that day at times that are evenly spaced apart.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Drug Interactions
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Contact your doctor right away if you develop a skin rash or itching while taking this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney disease.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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