ELTOCINÂ 500MG TABLET comprises Erythromycin, is a macrolide antibiotic. ELTOCIN DS 500MG TABLET kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the protein production required for bacteria to survive. Thereby it prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).
ELTOCIN 500MG TABLET should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. ELTOCIN DS 500MG TABLET should not be consumed more than the recommended dose to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of ELTOCINÂ 500MG TABLET are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.
