Erythromycin
Erythromycin
Ingredients & Drug Type
Erythromycin is listed as Antibiotic containing Erythromycin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
- Active ingredient
- Erythromycin
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Strength
- 500mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 250–500mg كل 6 ساعات
- Pediatric
- 30–50 mg/kg/day مقسمة على 4 جرعاتMin age: 0 شهور
- Frequency
- 4 مرات يومياً
- Duration
- 7 أيام
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 500mg.
- Frequency: 4 مرات يومياً.
- Typical duration: 7 أيام.
- Route: oral.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Instructions: مع أو قبل الطعام
Medical Overview
Erythromycin is listed as Antibiotic containing Erythromycin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
Erythromycin is the original macrolide — still earning its keep topically for acne, as eye ointment, as the classic penicillin-allergy alternative, and off-label as a gastric prokinetic. GI upset is its signature; its CYP3A4 interaction list (statins, colchicine, QT drugs) is the longest in the family.
Uses / Indications
- Penicillin alternative
- dermatitis
- whooping cough
- chlamydia (pregnancy)
- Bacterial infections selected by a clinician based on infection site and likely organisms.
Side Effects
- Severe gastrointestinal disturbance (common)
- QT prolongation
- hepatic impairment
- Upset stomach, diarrhea, or rash; allergy symptoms or severe diarrhea require urgent advice.
Contraindications
- حساسية الماكروليدات
- إطالة QT الموروثة أو الدوائية
- وقصور كبدي واضح. مع أدوية معينة يُمنع باتاً (انظر التداخلات — قائمته الأطول بعائلته).
- Previous allergy to the same drug class or a serious antibiotic reaction.
Warnings
- خذه مع طعام خفيف لتلطيف معدته (يتحمل معظم أشكاله الطعام). خفقان أو إغماء أثناءه = مراجعة عاجلة. لحب الشباب: الصبر أسابيع والالتزام يومي
- والمشاركة مع بنزويل بيروكسيد تحمي من المقاومة. استشر طبيب جلدية عبر كلينكس جو لخطة بشرة متكاملة.
- Complete the prescribed course and never use leftover antibiotics or another person’s prescription.
Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitor — multiple interactions
- Tell your clinician about blood thinners, contraception, heart medicines, seizure medicines, and other antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Do not start an antibiotic without a prescription.
- Seek care for allergy, breathing difficulty, swelling, or severe diarrhea.
- Stopping early can increase bacterial resistance.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Erythromycin?
Erythromycin contains Erythromycin and is categorized as Antibiotic. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Erythromycin?
Catalog dosing information includes: 250–500mg كل 6 ساعات. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Erythromycin?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Erythromycin be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.