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Erycin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Erycin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Pneumonia
Whooping Cough (Read More - Home remedies for whooping cough)
Tonsillitis
Stye
Swollen Eyes
Chancroid
Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Chlamydia

Erycin 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

Erycin 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Erycin 500 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Gastrointestinal discomfort
Fainting
Weakness

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Hearing Loss

Erycin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

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

There are no side effects of Erycin in pregnant women.

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

Breastfeeding women can safely use Erycin.

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

Erycin does not damage the kidneys.

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

Very few cases of side effects of Erycin on the liver have been reported.

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

Using Erycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Erycin 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Erycin 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Sotalol

Theophylline

Moderate

Warfarin

Carbamazepine

Paracetamol

Erycin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Erycin 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 Erycin 500 Tablet

Is this Erycin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Erycin 500 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Erycin 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Erycin 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Erycin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Erycin 500 Tablet

Taking Erycin 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Erycin 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Erycin 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Erycin 500 Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

Can I take Erycin with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Erycin can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 6 years ago

Does Erycin cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Erycin causes nausea and vomiting, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persist or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 6 years ago

Can I take Erycin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Erycin is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Erycin if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Erycin 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 over 6 years ago

Does Erycin cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

It is generally found to be resistant against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas.