Elthrocin 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Information

Elthrocin 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Elthrocin 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Elthrocin 500 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elthrocin 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Elthrocin 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Elthrocin 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Elthrocin 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Elthrocin 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Elthrocin 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Elthrocin 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Elthrocin 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Elthrocin Benefits & Uses
Elthrocin Dosage & How to Take
Elthrocin Side Effects
Elthrocin Related Warnings
Elthrocin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Elthrocin
Elthrocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Elthrocin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Stye Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Elthrocin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Elthrocin is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Elthrocin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Elthrocin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Elthrocin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Elthrocin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Elthrocin 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Elthrocin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Elthrocin 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Elthrocin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elthrocin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Sexually transmitted diseases
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Elthrocin 500 Tablet

Is this Elthrocin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Elthrocin 500 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Elthrocin 500 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Elthrocin 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Elthrocin 500 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Elthrocin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elthrocin 500 Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Elthrocin 500 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Elthrocin 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Elthrocin 500 Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Elthrocin 500 Tablet

Question about 4 years ago

Does Elthrocin work for acne?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Elthrocin can be used for the treatment of acne. It works in acne by decreasing free fatty acids present in the skin surface lipids and also by reducing Propionibacterium acne counts in the skin and fights other bacteria causing agents hence helps in decreasing acne.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Elthrocin cause stomach pain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Elthrocin causes stomach pain, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience stomach pain after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller. Even if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Elthrocin if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Elthrocin can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to erythromycin as well or not.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Elthrocin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Elthrocin is a brand name of erythromycin and it comes in the unit dosage form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called macrolides. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.