Erosa 500 | 1 Strip

✔️ Erosa is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic effective against a wide range of bacterial infections, including:

Upper Respiratory Tract Infections:

• Tonsillitis, Peritonsillar abscess, Pharyngitis, Laryngitis, Sinusitis
• Secondary infections associated with colds and influenza

Lower Respiratory Tract Infections:

• Tracheitis, Acute and Chronic Bronchitis

Ear Infections:

• Otitis media, Otitis externa, Mastoiditis

Eye Infections:

• Blepharitis, Established trachoma

Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:

• Boils, Carbuncles, Impetigo, Abscesses, Pustular acne, Paronychia, Cellulitis, Erysipelas

Gastrointestinal Tract Infections:

• Cholecystitis, Staphylococcal enterocolitis

Prophylaxis:

• Pre- and post-operative infections, trauma, burns, rheumatic fever

Other Infections:

• Osteomyelitis, Diphtheria, Scarlet fever, Whooping cough

✔️ Generally well-tolerated. Occasionally, mild gastrointestinal discomfort may occur, including:

Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhea

Rarely, allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis)

✔️ Dosage & Administration

Adults and Children (over 8 years):

Mild to moderate infections: 250–500 mg every 6 hours.

Severe infections: Up to 4 g daily in divided doses.

Elderly:

No specific dosage adjustment required. May be given twice or thrice daily, depending on total daily requirement.

Children (2–8 years):

250 mg every 6 hours or 30–50 mg/kg/day in 4 divided doses.

Infants and Children (up to 2 years):

30–50 mg/kg/day in divided doses.

✔️ Interactions

Concomitant use with theophylline may increase serum theophylline levels and risk of toxicity.
→ Action: Reduce theophylline dosage if necessary.

✔️ Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to erythromycin or other macrolide antibiotics.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Studies show no evidence of teratogenicity or fetal toxicity in humans.
However, as erythromycin crosses the placenta and is excreted in breast milk, caution is advised when prescribing to pregnant or lactating women.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment, as the drug is primarily excreted via bile.

Regular monitoring is advised during prolonged therapy.

✔️ Storage:

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture.

Keep out of the reach of children.