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Erythromycin gel is a topical macrolide antibiotic, it works by slowing the growth of bacteria on the skin, which causes acne.
It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
To take Erythrogel®,
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use erythromycin gel.
Erythrogel® is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Erythrogel® in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of Erythrogel® that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Erythrogel® down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Do not use erythromycin gel if:
Pregnancy
There are no adequate studies in women for determining risk when using Erythrogel® during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking Erythrogel®. Erythrogel® is pregnancy risk category C, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
FDA pregnancy risk category reference below:
Breastfeeding
Erythromycin gel is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breastfeeding while you use erythromycin gel, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Erythrogel® may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Products may interact with this drug including:
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if erythromycin gel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Erythrogel® may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Erythrogel® may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Erythrogel® (erythromycin).
Acne
Spread gently over affected areas (without rubbing in) once or twice a day.
Areas to be treated should be cleansed prior to application. The duration of therapy depends on the response of the patient. Maximum response may not occur for up to 12 weeks.
Acne
<12 years, safety and effectiveness have not been established.
>=12 years, spread gently over affected areas (without rubbing in) once or twice a day. Areas to be treated should be cleansed prior to application. The duration of therapy depends on the response of the patient. Maximum response may not occur for up to 12 weeks.
Erythrogel® is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Erythrogel®, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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