• Erythromycin is produced by a strain of Saccharopolyspora erythraea (formerly Streptomyces erythraeus ) and belongs to the macrolide group of antibiotics. (nih.gov)
  • Erythromycin and clindamycin are different classes of antibiotics which bind to 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria and inhibit protein synthesis. (alliedacademies.org)
  • Erythromycin ethylsuccinate belongs to the class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics . (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Like other antibiotics, erythromycin ethylsuccinate is not effective against viruses such as those that cause the common cold. (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Clindamycin is in a class of medications called lincomycin antibiotics. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Benzamycin ( erythromycin 3%-benzoyl peroxide 5%) Topical Gel is a combination of an antibiotic and a medication that has an antibacterial effect and a mild drying effect used to treat acne. (rxlist.com)
  • It is a white crystalline powder and has a solubility of approximately 1 mg/mL in water and is soluble in alcohol at 25°C. Benzamycin (erythromycin) ® Pak also contains benzoyl peroxide for topical use. (rxlist.com)
  • Benzoyl Peroxide 5% & Clindamycin 1% gel must not be administered to patients with known hypersensitivity to clindamycin, lincomycin, benzoyl peroxide, any of the excipients. (shombhob.com)
  • Erythromycin is used as an alternative to penicillin in penicillin-allergic patients with various conditions including anthrax, the prophylaxis of endocarditis, leptospirosis, otitis media (usually with a Sulfonamide such as Sulphafurazole), pharyngitis prevention of rheumatic fever, Staphylococcal and Streptococcal skin infections. (drugstocker.com)
  • Erythromycin acts by inhibition of protein synthesis by binding 50S ribosomal subunits of susceptible organisms. (nih.gov)
  • Erythromycin is a white to off-white powder, slightly soluble in water, and soluble in alcohol, chloroform, and ether. (nih.gov)
  • ERY-TAB ® tablets for oral administration are available in three dosage strengths, each white oval tablet containing either 250 mg, 333 mg, or 500 mg of erythromycin as the free base. (nih.gov)
  • Be sure to mention any of the following: erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin) and other topical medications for acne. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Our Benzamycin (erythromycin) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication. (rxlist.com)
  • How does the Teva-Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate medication work? (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • What form(s) does the Teva-Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate medication come in? (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • How should I use the Teva-Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate medication? (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Erythromycin ethylsuccinate must be taken regularly as prescribed so that blood levels of the medication always remain high enough to be effective. (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Do not store erythromycin ethylsuccinate in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink, as moisture may cause the medication to break down. (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Who should NOT take the Teva-Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate medication? (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Do not take this medication if you have a known allergy to Clindamycin or Lincomycin. (safegenericpharmacy.net)
  • Each 5 mL of light-buff coloured powder mix with banana aroma on constitution yields a tan coloured, viscous suspension, contains erythromycin 200 mg as ethylsuccinate USP. (rxhealthmed.ca)
  • Erythromycin is largely bound to plasma proteins. (nih.gov)
  • Erythromycin because it may decrease Lincocin's effectiveness. (uscapharm.com)
  • Erythromycin may decrease the clearance of warfarin and thus potentiate the hypoprothrombinemic effect of warfarin. (drugstocker.com)
  • Erythromycin has been reported to decrease the clearance of triazolam and thus may increase the pharmacologic effect of triazolam. (drugstocker.com)
  • Erythromycin has been reported to decrease the clearance of cyclosporine causing elevated cyclosporine levels and associated increased serum creatinine. (drugstocker.com)
  • There have been reports of hepatic dysfunction, with or without jaundice, occurring in patients receiving oral erythromycin products, it has been suggested that erythromycin should be used with care in patients with a history of arrhythmia. (drugstocker.com)
  • BENZAMYCIN (erythromycin) Topical Gel should be applied twice daily, morning and evening, or as directed by a physician, to affected areas after the skin is thoroughly washed, rinsed with warm water and gently patted dry. (rxlist.com)
  • BENZAMYCIN (erythromycin) Topical Gel should then be stored under refrigeration. (rxlist.com)
  • Addition of lincomycin, an inhibitor of chain initiation on 70S ribosomes, inhibited the assembly of polysome-thylakoid membrane complex in the light. (rupress.org)
  • Interindividual variations in the absorption of erythromycin are, however, observed, and some patients do not achieve optimal serum levels. (nih.gov)