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Erythromycin estolate
Erythromycin estolate (Ilosone)
Erythromycin
(eh-rih-throw-MY-sin)
Pregnancy Category: B
Ilosone
Novo-Rythro Estolate (Rx)
Classification:
Antibiotic, erythromycin
See Also:
See also Erythromycin Base.
Action/Kinetics:
Most active form of erythromycin, with relatively long-lasting activity.
Uses:
See Erythromycin Base.
Additional Contraindications:
Cholestatic jaundice or preexisting liver dysfunction. Treatment of chronic disorders such as acne, furunculosis, or prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.
How Supplied:
Capsule: 250 mg; Suspension: 125 mg/5 mL, 250 mg/5 mL
Dosage
•Capsules, Suspension, Tablets
See Erythromycin base. Similar blood levels are achieved using erythromycin base, estolate, or stearate. |
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