Erythromycin : Side Effects (Akne-Mycin, A/T/S, Emgel, Erycette, EryDerm, Erygel, Erymax, Ery-Sol, Erythra-Derm, ETS, Staticin, Theramycin Z, T-Stat, Sans-Acne)

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Erythromycin (Topical)

Brand Names : Akne-Mycin, A/T/S, Emgel, Erycette, EryDerm, Erygel, Erymax, Ery-Sol, Erythra-Derm, ETS, Staticin, Theramycin Z, T-Stat, Sans-Acne

Erythromycin | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. The following side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine.

However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

For erythromycin ointment

Less common

Peeling; redness

For erythromycin pledget (swab), topical gel, or topical liquid form

More common

Dry or scaly skin; irritation; itching; stinging or burning feeling

Less common

Peeling; redness

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.

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