erythromycin topical

Brand name(s):

A/T/S, Akne-Mycin, Emcin Clear, Erycette, Eryderm, Erygel, Erymax, Theramycin Z

What is the most important information I should know about erythromycin topical?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

If you miss a dose, use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

It may take several weeks of using this medication before you notice improvement in your condition. Do not stop using erythromycin topical if you do not see results right away.

Call your doctor if your condition does not improve within 6 weeks of using this medication.

Avoid your eyes, nose, mouth, and lips when applying erythromycin topical. If medication gets in any of these areas, wash with water. Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

What is erythromycin topical?

Erythromycin topical is an antibiotic that fights skin infection caused by bacteria.

Erythromycin topical is used to treat bacterial infections such as severe acne.

Erythromycin topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using erythromycin topical?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to erythromycin. FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Erythromycin topical can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use erythromycin topical?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the instructions on your prescription label.

Wash your hands before and after using this medication.

Clean and dry the skin area before you apply erythromycin topical. This medication is usually applied in the morning and evening. Follow your doctor's instructions.

It may take several weeks of using this medication before you notice improvement in your condition. Do not stop using erythromycin topical if you do not see results right away.

Call your doctor if your condition does not improve within 6 weeks of using this medication.

Store erythromycin topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of erythromycin topical applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

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