Erythrotex 500mg Caplets x 10'

Therapeutic Class

Macrolides

Contra Indications

Erythromycin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to this drug. In addition, as erythromycin may cause serious rashes in a small number of patients, anyone who has experienced similar symptoms in the past should avoid future use of the drug.

Drugs Interactions

antihistamine medicines, such as astemizole, terfenadine or mizolastine.

domperidone, an anti-sickness medicine.

medicines for mental health problems called pimozide or amisulpride.

migraine medicines called ergotamine or dihydroergotamine.

simvastatin, a cholesterol-lowering medicine.

Side Effects

Feeling sick (nausea) Stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food while you're taking this medicine.

Being sick (vomiting) Take small, frequent sips of fluids, such as water or squash to avoid dehydration.

Diarrhoea.

Stomach cramps.

Loss of appetite.

Bloating and indigestion.