Erythrox (Erythromycin)


Brand Name: Erythrox

Generic Name: Erythromycin

Manufacturer/Agent: Dawa Pharmaceuticals


Formulation: syp

Strength: 100ml

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 50.40

Retail Price: @ KES 67.20


Class: Antibacterials: Macrolides (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C37H67NO13 = 733.9

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. care in impaired liver function. may potentate the effect of carbamazepine, theophylline and warfarin.

Indications/Uses: As an alternative to penicillins in gram positive coccal infections due to susceptible organisms; 250-500 qid, with food.

Interactions: Drugs metabolized by the hepatic cytochrome p450 system.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. nausea. vomiting. diarrhoea. allergic reactions.