# Erythromycin Base (Erythromycin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/erythromycin-base
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Erythromycin Base?

Erythromycin Base (brand name: Erythromycin) is a macrolide taken topical. It is prescribed to treat whooping cough, erythrasma, mycoplasma infections. Across the United States, 19,000 doctors prescribe Erythromycin to approximately 522,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Erythromycin

## Indications

Erythromycin Base is prescribed for several conditions including whooping cough, erythrasma, mycoplasma infections, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Whooping Cough](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/whooping-cough)
- [Erythrasma](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/erythrasma)
- [Mycoplasma Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/mycoplasma-infections)
- [Streptococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/streptococcal-infections)
- [Eye Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/eye-infections)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Gastroenteritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/gastroenteritis)
- [Chancroid](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/chancroid)
- [Chlamydia Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/chlamydia-infections)
- [Urethritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urethritis)
- [Campylobacter Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/campylobacter-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Erythromycin Base belongs to a class of medications known as macrolide [epc]s.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Macrolide [EPC]
- Route of administration: TOPICAL

## Common side effects

itching

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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