Erythrocin 250mg Tablet (Erythromycin 250mg)

Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet, a macrolide antibiotic is useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. This includes skin infections, respiratory tract infections, chlamydia infections, syphilis and pelvic inflammatory disease. It is also used in conjunction with neomycin for decontaminating the bowel.

Streptococcal infection in newborns can be prevented by taking this medicine during pregnancy. Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet may also be used to improve delayed stomach emptying. It can be given intravenously and orally. This medicine is not supposed to be given to a child without a doctor’s advice. It is also used in the treatment of gastroparesis.

Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet also has a few side effects. Common side effects include diarrhoea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. More serious side effects may include liver problems, allergic reactions and prolonged QT. To make sure Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet is safe for you, tell your physician if you have the following:

Kidney or liver disease;

Myasthenia gravis;

Electrolytic imbalance (such as low potassium or magnesium levels in your blood);

A history of Long QT syndrome;

Breastfeeding a baby or;

Taking medicines for heart rhythm disorder.

Your doctor may have to change your treatment plan if you use drugs such as cisapride, pimozide, ergotamine or dihyfroergotamine as these drugs interfere with the proper functioning of Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet.

Erythrocin 250 MG Tablet usually is taken every 6 hours (four times a day), every 8 hours (three times a day), or every 12 hours (twice a day). Skipping doses should be avoided as it may increase your risk of further infection which is resistant to antibiotics.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

The medication is primarily used for the following conditions:

Bacterial Infections

Diphtheria

Pertussis

Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

Syphilis

Nongonococcal Urethritis

Gastroenteritis

Bowel Sterilization

Gastroparesis

Below are some of the common side effects of this medicine:

Abdominal Pain

Pelvic Pain And Cramping

Nausea

Vomiting

Oropharyngeal Candidiasis

Cholestasis

Fever

Rash

Diarrhoea

Thrombophlebitis

Missed Dose instructions

The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.

Overdose instructions

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

It works by passively diffusing through cell membranes and reversibly binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome. This prevents protein synthesis in the bacterial cells which can either stop their growth or cause death.