Althrocin 500 Mg

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Althrocin 500 mg is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and STDs. This generic brand containing Erythromycin is the generic version of the US brand Eryped and should only be used under a doctor’s prescription.

Pack Size Qty Price Unit Price  
100 Tablet/s
$46.00 $0.46
60 Tablet/s
$30.60 $0.51
30 Tablet/s
$17.40 $0.58
  • Generic Name : Erythromycin
  • Brand Name : Eryped
  • Manufacturer Name : Alembic
  • Delivery Days : 12 To 14 Working Days
  • Presentation : Tablet/s
  • Prescribed For : Bacterial infection of ear, throat, respiratory tract, lung, skin, and soft tissue infections.
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What is Althrocin 500 Mg?

Althrocin 500 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.

It contains Erythromycin, a macrolide antibiotic that stops bacterial growth and helps your body fight infection naturally.

Doctors prescribe Althrocin 500 mg for ear, throat, respiratory tract, lung, skin, and soft tissue infections.

It is the generic version of the US brand Eryped and should only be used under a doctor’s prescription.

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is a trusted Indian pharmaceutical company known for producing quality antibiotics like Althrocin tablets.

What are the Uses of Althrocin 500mg?

Doctors recommend Althrocin 500 mg for the treatment of bacterial infections such as:

  • Throat and sinus infections
  • Ear infections
  • Chest infections like bronchitis & pneumonia
  • Ear infections
  • Skin and tissue infections
  • Stomach and intestinal infections
  • Prevention of infection following operations, burns, or dental procedures
  • Other infections, like bone infections, sexually transmitted diseases, or scarlet fever

How does Althrocin 500 mg work?

Althrocin 500 mg contains Erythromycin, which works by blocking bacterial protein synthesis.

It attaches to bacterial ribosomes, preventing them from producing essential proteins needed for survival.

Without these proteins, bacteria cannot grow or multiply, allowing your immune system to clear the infection effectively.

How to take Althrocin 500 mg?

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of Althrocin.
  • Take Althrocin 100 mg orally on an empty stomach or 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
  • Maintain evenly spaced between doses for best results.
  • Do not skip any dose, and complete the full course to prevent reinfection.

What if I miss a dose of 500mg of Althrocin?

Take the missed dose of Althrocin 500 mg as soon as you remember, but skip it if it's almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to compensate.

What if I consume an overdose of Althrocin 500mg?

If you overdose on Althrocin and experience symptoms like trouble breathing or dizziness, then see a doctor promptly.

What are the Side effects of Althrocin 500mg?

Some common side effects of Althrocin 500mg include:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting

Get medical help if your side effects continue or worsen with time.

What are the drug Interactions for Althrocin 500mg?

To avoid drug interactions, you should not take the following medicines with Althrocin 500mg:

  • Ergotamine
  • Astemizole
  • Domperidone
  • Cisapride
  • Tolterodine
  • Clarithromycin

What are the Precautions and warnings for Althrocin 500mg?

  • Avoid if allergic to Erythromycin or any ingredient in the Althocin tablet.
  • Erythromycin may interfere with lab tests, so inform your doctor before testing.
  • Not recommended for patients with heart rhythm disorders, low potassium, or a family history of heart issues.
  • Use Erythromycin Tablets. Be cautious if you have liver disease, heart disease, myasthenia gravis, or diarrhoea.
  • Pregnant women and syphilis patients should consult a doctor before using it.
  • Children above 8 years of age or those experiencing vomiting or irritability after antibiotics should use Althocin tablets with caution.

Strengths and Substitutes for Althrocin 500mg (Erythromycin) Tablets:

Order Althrocin 500mg also in lower strengths like:

Also, you can shop for a similar class of antibiotic for Erythromycin, for example, like Azithromycin. You can get Azithromycin under brand names like Azee in the following strengths:

How to Store Althrocin 500 mg?

Althrocin 500mg is suggested to be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.

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