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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
Elithron 500mg 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

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Elithron 500mg Tablet

Elithron 500mg 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, Elithron 500mg 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.

Elithron 500mg 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.

Elithron 500mg 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. Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet

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

Medicinal Benefits

Elithron 500mg Tablet comprises Erythromycin, which is a macrolide antibiotic. Elithron 500mg 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).

Side Effects of Elithron 500mg Tablet

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

Directions for Use

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take it if you are allergic to Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet might induce diarrhoea; thus, if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Elithron 500mg Tablet and consult your doctor. However, do not take anti-diarrheal medication until your doctor tells you to. Before using Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet, inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are now taking to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ErythromycinAlfuzosin
Critical
ErythromycinDihydroergotamine
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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ERYTHROMYCIN-500MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You should take probiotics after taking the full course of Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet.

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

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Elithron 500mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Elithron 500mg 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.
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Alcohol

Caution

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

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Pregnancy

Caution

Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

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

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

No data is available about the influence of Elithron 500mg Tablet on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg 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.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - ELIT113

FAQs

Elithron 500mg 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, Elithron 500mg Tablet is generally used to treat ear or chest infections.
Elithron 500mg 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, Elithron 500mg Tablet should not be taken with food as it might effect its absorption. So, Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Elithron 500mg Tablet will work. It is important that you take Elithron 500mg Tablet at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.
No. Elithron 500mg Tablet is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like cough, cold and flu. You should not take Elithron 500mg Tablet without prior consulting your doctor. Self medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Elithron 500mg 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 Elithron 500mg 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.

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