Erythrocin 500 New Tablet comprises Erythromycin, is a macrolide antibiotic. Erythrocin 500 New Tablet kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the protein production required for bacteria to survive. Thereby it prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

FAQs

How does Erythrocin 500 New Tablet work?

Erythrocin 500 New Tablet contains Erythromycin, which belongs to a class of drugs known as macrolide antibiotics. Macrolide antibiotics kill the bacterium that is causing the infection.

Can I take Erythrocin 500 New Tablet with food?

No, Erythrocin 500 New Tablet should not be taken with food as it might effect its absorption. So, Erythrocin 500 New Tablet should be taken one hour before meal or two hours after taking meal.

How can I manage diarrhoea as a side effect of Erythrocin 500 New Tablet ?

Do not use anti diarrhoeal until the doctor has prescribed you. You can drink plenty of fluids (electrolytes) to avoid dehydration. Besides this, you can also take prebiotics or probiotics to manage diarrhoea as it may help in increasing the number of good bacteria in the intestine which aids in digestion.

Does Erythrocin 500 New Tablet can cause a fungal infection (thrush)?

In some cases, people using Erythrocin 500 New Tablet may have a fungal infection called thrush after taking its full course. It happens because antibiotics also kills the harmless bacteria that protect against thrush.

If I start feeling well, can I skip the dose of Erythrocin 500 New Tablet ?

No. You should complete the full course of Erythrocin 500 New Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Erythrocin 500 New Tablet will work. It is important that you take Erythrocin 500 New Tablet at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.

Can I take Erythrocin 500 New Tablet for cough, cold and flu?

No. Erythrocin 500 New Tablet is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like cough, cold and flu. You should not take Erythrocin 500 New Tablet without prior consulting your doctor. Self medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Erythrocin 500 New Tablet leading to antibiotic resistance.

Do I require any monitoring while taking Erythrocin 500 New Tablet ?

Yes. Your doctor might recommend diagnostics test like Electrocardiogram (EKG) test for heart, WBC test (blood test), chest X-ray (in case of pneumonia), and culture test. Besides this, you need to monitor your body temperature regularly while taking Erythrocin 500 New Tablet ?

What should I avoid while using Erythrocin 500 New Tablet ?

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhoea medicine.