ERY-TAB
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING ERY-TAB.
ERYTHROMYCIN BASE ENTERIC, ERYTHROMYCIN ETHYLSUCCINATE-ORAL (eh-rith-row-MY-sin
base/ETH-ill-SUX-in-ate)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
E.E.S., E-Mycin, Ery-Tab, Eryc, PCE
USES:
Erythromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a wide variety
of bacterial infections.
HOW TO TAKE ERY-TAB:
Swallow medication whole to prevent stomach upset. May be taken with
food or milk if stomach upset does occur. Antibiotics work best when
the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do
this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout
the day and night. Continue to take ERY-TAB until the full
prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few
days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to
continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.
SIDE EFFECTS:
May cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea,
vomiting and stomach cramps the first few days as your body adjusts
to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe,
inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop symptoms of
jaundice such as dark urine, clay-colored stools or yellowing of
eyes or skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to
this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an
allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or
trouble breathing. Use of ERY-TAB for prolonged or repeated periods
may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal
yeast infection) If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of liver
disease/jaundice, and of any allergies you may have. Caution is
advised when ERY-TAB is used in infants. Though very unlikely to
happen, a stomach problem called IHPS has been noted. Contact your
child's doctor immediately if the child has persistent vomiting or
increased irritability. ERY-TAB should be used only if clearly
needed during pregnancy. Small amounts of drug appear in breast
milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all the drugs you may use, (prescription and
nonprescription) especially of the following:
carbamazepine; cyclosporine; theophylline; certain benzodiazepines
(e.g., midazolam, triazolam); warfarin; terfenadine; astemizole;
felodipine (a calcium channel blocker); cisapride; birth control
pills; corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone); digoxin; pimozide;
certain live vaccines; disopyramide; phenytoin; sparfloxacin (a
quinolone antibiotic); all other antibiotics; certain drugs for high
cholesterol (e.g., lovastatin). ERY-TAB may interfere with the
effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss using other methods of
birth control with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
stomach cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
NOTES:
ERY-TAB has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not
use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. A
different medication may be necessary.
MISSED DOSE:
If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it
is almost time for the next dose. If it is nearly time for the next
dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do
not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not
store in the bathroom.
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