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Erythromycin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: EROMYCIN

Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 39.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Erythromycin

Class: | Macrolide antibiotic Use: | Treatment of various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections Adult dose: | 250 mg to 500 mg every 6 to 12 hours, depending on the severity of the infection Pediatric dose: | 7.5 mg/kg to 12.5 mg/kg every 6 hours, not to exceed 4 g/day Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and potential allergic reactions Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to e

Drug Class

Macrolide antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat; keep out of reach of children

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Julphar (Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries), U.A.E

Package Size

100's (10's Blister x 10)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 39.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

250 mg to 500 mg every 6 to 12 hours, depending on the severity of the infection

Pediatric Dose

7.5 mg/kg to 12.5 mg/kg every 6 hours, not to exceed 4 g/day

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and potential allergic reactions

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to erythromycin or other macrolide antibiotics; history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction associated with erythromycin

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with liver disease; may interact with other medications, particularly those metabolized by the liver; risk of QT prolongation leading to serious cardiac arrhythmias

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Erythromycin available in UAE pharmacies:

AKNEMYCIN 20 mg/ml Ointment AKNEMYCIN 20 mg/ml Ointment AKNEMYCIN 20 mg/ml Topical Solution E-MYCIN 200 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension EROCIN 0.5 % Eye Ointment EROMYCIN 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension EROMYCIN 200 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension EROMYCIN 250 mg Sustained Release Capsules EROMYCIN 250 mg Tablets EROMYCIN 250 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Macrolide antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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