RiteMED Erythromycin Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Erythromycin

Indications/Uses

Bacterial infections of the resp tract, skin & soft tissue secondary to susceptible organisms.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 1 cap. Childn 6-12 yr 5-7.5 mL, 2-6 yr 2.5-5 mL, 1-2 yr 1.5-2.5 mL. Doses to be taken tid or qid.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Impaired hepatic function.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances; urticaria & mild skin eruptions.

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Drug Interactions

May potentiate action of carbamazepine, cyclosporin, theophylline & warfarin. Combination w/ ergotamine increases risk of peripheral ischemia.

MIMS Class

Macrolides

ATC Classification

J01FA01 - erythromycin ; Belongs to the class of macrolides. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

RiteMED Erythromycin cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P1,850/box, P18.5/cap)

RiteMED Erythromycin