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Althrocin-500 Tablet is used to treat chest infections (pneumonia), skin conditions (acne and rosacea), dental abscesses (A pocket of pus in a tooth caused by an infection), and sexually transmitted infections. On the other hand, in children, it is generally used to treat ear or chest infections. It contains Erythromycin, which works by stopping the growth or killing harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. As a result, it effectively treats various bacterial infections. It may cause some common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

ERYTHROMYCIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Althrocin-500 Tablet

Althrocin-500 Tablet is used to treat chest infections (pneumonia), skin conditions (acne and rosacea), dental abscesses (A pocket of pus in a tooth caused by an infection), and sexually transmitted infections. On the other hand, in children, Althrocin-500 Tablet is generally used to treat ear or chest infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Althrocin-500 Tablet comprises Erythromycin, which works by slowing the growth or killing harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. As a result, it effectively treats various bacterial infections.

Althrocin-500 Tablet should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Althrocin-500 Tablet should not be consumed more than the recommended dose to avoid unpleasant side effects. Also, the course should be completed even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Althrocin-500 Tablet are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Do not take Althrocin-500 Tablet if you are allergic to Erythromycin or other macrolide antibiotics such as clarithromycin, azithromycin, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), porphyria (rare genetic blood disorder), and electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Althrocin-500 Tablet can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Althrocin-500 Tablet and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, suspect you may be pregnant or plan to have a baby, consult your doctor before taking this medication. Women should onlyErythromycinmycin during pregnancy and lactation if absolutely necessary.

Uses of Althrocin-500 Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections (pneumonia, Acne, Rosacea, dental infections, and sexually transmitted infections).

Directions for Use

Swallow Althrocin-500 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Althrocin-500 Tablet comprises Erythromycin, which is a macrolide antibiotic. Althrocin-500 Tablet kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the protein production required for bacteria to survive. Thereby, it prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedures, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

How Althrocin-500 Tablet Works

Althrocin-500 Tablet comprises Erythromycin, which works by slowing the growth or killing harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. As a result, it effectively treats various bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Althrocin-500 Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling sick or nausea
  • Being sick or vomiting
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

What if I have taken an overdose of Althrocin-500 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Althrocin-500 Tablet as it may cause overdose and increase the risk of temporary side effects such as diarrhoea, feeling or being sick and hearing loss. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take it if you are allergic to Althrocin-500 Tablet or other macrolide antibiotics. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking your medication. If you discontinue treatment too soon, your condition may reoccur. Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), a heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or an electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare situations, using Althrocin-500 Tablet might induce diarrhoea; thus, if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Althrocin-500 Tablet and consult your doctor. However, do not take anti-diarrheal medication until your doctor tells you to. Before using Althrocin-500 Tablet , consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It is advisable to avoid alcohol to prevent the chance of adverse effects such as dizziness. Before taking the Althrocin-500 Tablet , inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are now taking to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ErythromycinSimvastatin
Critical
ErythromycinAlfuzosin
Critical

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ErythromycinSimvastatin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of simvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain or weakness, dark-colored urine, joint pain, itching, fatigue, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
ErythromycinAlfuzosin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
When alfuzosin is taken with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's, this can cause your blood pressure to fall excessively and your heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with alfuzosin is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it should be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythromycinDihydroergotamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
When Dihydroergotamine is taken with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's, the amount of Dihydroergotamine in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and Dihydroergotamine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
ErythromycinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Combining Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with Thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with Thioridazine together results in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms - an irregular heart rhythm, diarrhea, vomiting, sudden dizziness, trouble breathing - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
ErythromycinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythromycinLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
When Lomitapide is taken with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's, the amount of Lomitapide in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's with Lomitapide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. It can be taken if your doctor prescribes it. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
ErythromycinFluconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Taking Fluconazole with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluconazole with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythromycinRibociclib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
When Ribociclib is taken with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's, the amount of Ribociclib in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and Ribociclib, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience any symptoms such as irregular heart rhythm, dizziness, or shortness of breath, contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
ErythromycinMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of morphine with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's may increase the blood levels and side effects of morphine including difficulty breathing, and extreme sleepiness.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of morphine with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, sleepiness, difficulties concentrating, or impairment in judgement, contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythromycinVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and verapamil can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's and Verapamil together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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ERYTHROMYCIN-500MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

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ERYTHROMYCIN-500MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels and effects of Althrocin-500 Tablet 10's. Avoid or limit the consumption of grapefruit.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You should take probiotics after taking the full course of Althrocin-500 Tablet to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.

  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Althrocin-500 Tablet .

  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Althrocin-500 Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Althrocin-500 Tablet in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Althrocin-500 Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol with Althrocin-500 Tablet may potentiate symptoms of liver damage. So, Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Althrocin-500 Tablet should be used by women during pregnancy only if needed. If you think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking the Althrocin-500 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Althrocin-500 Tablet should be used by women during breastfeeding only if needed. If breastfeeding, ask your doctor for advice before taking the Althrocin-500 Tablet .

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

No data is available about the influence of Althrocin-500 Tablet on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Althrocin-500 Tablet may cause dizziness and seizures, so ensure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

A person dealing with Liver problems should take Althrocin-500 Tablet only after consulting with a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have or have a history or evidence of kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine. The doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

It should be taken by the children only if the doctor has prescribed it.

FAQs

Althrocin-500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It's widely used to treat chest infections (pneumonia), skin conditions (acne and rosacea), dental abscesses (A pocket of pus in a tooth caused by an infection), and sexually transmitted infections. On the other hand, in children, Althrocin-500 Tablet is generally used to treat ear or chest infections.
Althrocin-500 Tablet contains Erythromycin, which belongs to a class of drugs known as macrolide antibiotics. Macrolide antibiotics kill the bacterium that is causing the infection.
No, Althrocin-500 Tablet should not be taken with food as it might effect its absorption. So, Althrocin-500 Tablet should be taken one hour before meal or two hours after taking meal.
Do not use anti diarrhoeal until the doctor has prescribed you. You can drink plenty of fluids (electrolytes) to avoid dehydration. Besides this, you can also take prebiotics or probiotics to manage diarrhoea as it may help in increasing the number of good bacteria in the intestine which aids in digestion.
In some cases, people using Althrocin-500 Tablet may have a fungal infection called thrush after taking its full course. It happens because antibiotics also kills the harmless bacteria that protect against thrush.
No. You should complete the full course of Althrocin-500 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Althrocin-500 Tablet will work. It is important that you take Althrocin-500 Tablet at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.
No. Althrocin-500 Tablet is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like cough, cold and flu. You should not take Althrocin-500 Tablet without prior consulting your doctor. Self medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Althrocin-500 Tablet leading to antibiotic resistance.
Yes. Your doctor might recommend diagnostics test like Electrocardiogram (EKG) test for heart, WBC test (blood test), chest X-ray (in case of pneumonia), and culture test. Besides this, you need to monitor your body temperature regularly while taking Althrocin-500 Tablet ?
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhoea medicine.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Other Info - ALT0020

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