Erythromycin Topical
Written By Dr. Nitika Makhija
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)
Erythromycin Topical Uses
Erythromycin Topical is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
How Erythromycin Topical works
Erythromycin Topical is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Common side effects of Erythromycin Topical
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), No common side effects seen
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Expert advice for Erythromycin Topical
- Clean the affected area before applying the medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you are using any other skin products.
- Avoid direct contact of erythromycin topical with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
- Inform your doctor if symptoms do not disappear after 6-8 weeks of continuous use.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- It should not take if patient is allergic to erythromycin or any of its ingredients.
Frequently asked questions for Erythromycin Topical
Erythromycin belongs to class of medications called macrolide antibiotics
Erythromycin is not penicillin
Erythromycin does not contain sulfa
Erythromycin and azithromycin belongs to same class of drugs, however they are used to treat different types of infections, and also have a different side-effect profile
Erythromycin topical is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.