Brands

Ornacyn (Pet Shop Bird Medication - not really recommended); Mycin, Robimycin; Robitabs; Eryc; EryPed

 

Description

From the macrolide group of antibiotics, it is active primarily against gram-positive bacteria, like Staphylococcus and Streptococcus, including many that are resistant to penicillins.

Erythromycin is effective only against rapidly dividing bacteria.

 

Uses

• Streptococcus
• Staphylococcus
• Mild respiratory infections

 

Dosage

• 5 to 10mg/lb orally, three times a day (7)
• Ornacyn - 1/2 to 1 tablet in 2oz. water mixed fresh daily (7)
• Ornacyn - 1/8 tablet mixed in food three times a day (7)
• 20 mg/kg orally (20)

 

Side Effects

• Anorexia
• Diarrhoea
• Itching

 

Warnings

A common side effect is gastrointestinal upset so it's probably best to use another antibiotic.

 

Incompatibilities

Chloramphenicol, Theophylline (may increase toxicity).

 

References: [7] [19] [20] [21]

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