Introduction
Expert Advice
INDICATIONS
This medication is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris (long term skin disease ).
PRECAUTIONS
Avoid eyes , mouth , mucous membrane , abraded or sunburnt skin. Avoid UV light.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This medication is contraindicated in patients with a history of or family history of cutaneous epithelioma (layer on the outer surface of the organs of the body).
SIDE EFFECTS
Local irritation.
PREGNANCY :
This medication is contraindicated in pregnancy.
LACTATION
Caution is advised for lactating females using this medication. Consult your healthcare provider for more information.
Primary Uses
Nodular acne
Indications
This medication is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris (long term skin disease ).
Side Effects
Local irritation.
Warnings
Pregnancy
This medication is contraindicated in pregnancy.
Lactation
Caution is advised for lactating females using this medication. Consult your healthcare provider for more information.
Driving
Please avoid driving when taking this medicine as it may affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol
Please avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine.
Precautions
Avoid eyes , mouth , mucous membrane , abraded or sunburnt skin. Avoid UV light.
Contraindications
This medication is contraindicated in patients with a history of or family history of cutaneous epithelioma (layer on the outer surface of the organs of the body).
What is this medicine?
This medicine is a Macrolide antibiotic. It stops the growth of, or sometimes kill, sensitive bacteria by reducing the production of important proteins needed by the bacteria to survive.
How to administer this medicine?
This medicine is mostly used intravenously or orally. The injectable form is injected into a vein by a medical professional. However, if you are self-injecting or doing it at home, please make sure you take all necessary precautions and follow the correct procedure. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. Please consult your doctor before use.
How to store this medicine?
Please store the oral form of this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep away from children, and excessive light and moisture. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for storage guidance.
Will this medicine cause diarrhea?
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, stop taking erythromycin and call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
Precautions:
The patients with heart abnormalities, renal (kidney) or hepatic (liver) impairment, and Myasthenia gravis (muscular disorder) should use this medicine cautiously.
What are its effect on pregnancy and lactation?
No definite data regarding pregnant females is available; therefore, caution is advised. The effects of this medication is undetermined in nursing females. Please consult your doctor for further guidance.
Is this medicine safe in old aged people?
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially hearing loss and QT prolongation
Disclaimer
Dawaai’s intention is to make sure that it’s consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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