Erythromycin
One of the oldest macrolides. Also used off-label as a prokinetic agent to speed up stomach emptying.
Dosage by Body Weight
Standard antibiotic dose: 30-50 mg/kg/day divided into 4 doses.
- Body Weight
- 5-10 kg
- Dose
- 62.5 mg to 125 mg
- Frequency
- Four times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Commonly causes gastrointestinal side effects (cramps).
- Body Weight
- 11-20 kg
- Dose
- 125 mg to 250 mg
- Frequency
- Four times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Finish the entire prescribed course.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-10 kg | 62.5 mg to 125 mg | Four times daily | Commonly causes gastrointestinal side effects (cramps). |
| 11-20 kg | 125 mg to 250 mg | Four times daily | Finish the entire prescribed course. |
Formulation
TabletSuspensionOphthalmic Ointment
Purpose
Macrolide antibiotic used for respiratory infections, skin infections, and pertussis (whooping cough).
Generic Name
Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate
Branded Drug Names
Erythromycin is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Erythrocin
- E-Mycin
- Althrocin
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.