Description

Oral suspension for treating various bacterial infections.

Prescription

• Prescription-only (Rx)

Dosage

•  Adults: 250-500mg orally, 2-4 times a day
•  Children: 30-50mg/kg/day orally, divided into 2-4 doses

Therapeutic Category

• Antibiotic, Macrolide

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Erythromycin 125mg/5mL or 250mg/5mL

Variant

• Enamycin Susp

Consume Type

• Oral administration (swallowing suspension with water)

Directions/Usage

•  Shake bottle well before use.
•  Measure dose with provided measuring cup.
•  Swallow suspension with water.

Common Side Effects

• Nausea
•  Vomiting
•  Diarrhea
•  Abdominal pain
•  Allergic reactions (rare)

Package Type

• Bottles of 60mL or 100mL with measuring cup

Storage Advice

• Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.
•  Refrigerate after reconstitution.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed.
•  Consult healthcare professional before use in patients with history of allergy to erythromycin or macrolides.

Product Substitutes

•  Other erythromycin products (e.g., Erythrocin, Ery-Tab)
•  Other antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, clarithromycin)

Manufacturer/Marketer

•  Ernest Chemist Limited

Country of Origin

• Ghana