Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's comprises Erythromycin, is a macrolide antibiotic. Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's 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 Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's work?

Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's 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 Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's with food?

No, Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's should not be taken with food as it might effect its absorption. So, Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's should be taken one hour before meal or two hours after taking meal.

How can I manage diarrhoea as a side effect of Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's?

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 Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's can cause a fungal infection (thrush)?

In some cases, people using Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's 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 Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's?

No. You should complete the full course of Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's will work. It is important that you take Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.

Can I take Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's for cough, cold and flu?

No. Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like cough, cold and flu. You should not take Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's without prior consulting your doctor. Self medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's leading to antibiotic resistance.

Do I require any monitoring while taking Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's?

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 Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's?

What should I avoid while using Erythrotime-250 New Tablet 10's?

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.