Erycin 500mg Tablet
Erycin 500 MG Description
Erycin Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by the bacteria, such as infections of the lungs, airways, throat, ear, intestine, reproductive tract, urinary tract and skin infections
. It contains erythromycin as its active substance that belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, thereby preventing the spread of infection. Take this Tablet as prescribed by your doctor and for the exact prescribed duration. You should take this medicine with or after food to avoid stomach upset. You should always complete the prescribed course of the treatment. Incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure, increased risk of re-infection or developing antibiotic resistance. While on this medicine, you may experience side effects like diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and headache. If you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹37.40 |
You Save | ₹5.10 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Erythromycin(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, stomach discomfort, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Erycin 500 MG
Contraindications of Erycin 500 MG
- If you are allergic to erythromycin or any other ingredients of Erycin Tablet.
- If you are already taking other blood pressure-lowering medicines or medicines for migraine such as ergotamine, etc.
Side effects of Erycin 500 MG
- Stomach discomfort
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Inflammation of the pancreas
- Decreased appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Erycin 500 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have or had liver or kidney disease.
- You experience persistent diarrhoea even after stopping the treatment with this medicine.
- You have heart-related diseases such as irregular heart rate.
- You have myasthenia gravis characterised by muscle weakness.
- You have any other medical condition and are on medication.
- Erycin Tablets should not be used by children below 2 years of age.
Mode of Action of Erycin 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Erycin 500 MG
Interactions of Erycin 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Erycin Tablet or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder....
- In particular, if you are taking medicines for allergy, heart diseases, migraine, brain-related disorders, medicines for reducing stomach acid, anti-coagulants, immunosuppressants, anti-fungal medicines, other antibiotics such as clindamycin, lincomycin, etc....
- Other medicines that should be used with caution are cholesterol-lowering medicines such as lovastatin, simvastatin, etc.
Storage and disposal of Erycin 500 MG
- Store Erycin Tablets at a temperature below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Erycin 500 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Erycin Tablet?
Q: Is Erycin Tablet an antibiotic?
Q: How long should I take Erycin Tablet?
Q: Does Erycin cause diarrhoea?
Q: Can I stop taking Erycin on my own if I feel better?
Q: Can I take the Erycin for cold and fever?
Q: Can I take Erycin Tablet for throat infection or cough?
Q: How do you take this medicine?
Q: Does Erycin cure fever?
References
- Erythrocin 500 Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 29 April 2022]
- Lactmed - Erythromycin [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 29 April 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 29 April 2022]
- Erythrocin 500 Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 29 April 2022]
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