ILOSONE

Drug name

Ilosone (Erythromycin)

APPLICATION

Ilosone is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria. It is also used to prevent bacterial endocarditis and rheumatic fever. It can also be used in other cases, in consultation with the doctor.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Use Ilosone as prescribed your doctor. Follow the directions on the label.

• Ilosone is taken during or after a meal. When it is an upset stomach, should be taken with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• Tablets should be swallowed whole.
• While receiving the medicine should not eat grapefruit or juice from them.
• Ilosone works best if taken at the same time each day.
• To recover completely, take a full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better within a few days.
• If you miss a dose Ilosone, you should take it as soon as possible. If this happens during the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule of dosage. Do not take 2 doses at once.

THE MECHANISM OF ACTION

Ilosone is a macrolide antibiotic. It works by slowing or even destruction of sensitive bacteria by reducing the production of important proteins needed for the survival of bacteria.

MISSED DOSE

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If this occurred while taking your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine the next time the plan. Do not take a double dose.

STORAGE

Store this medication at room temperature in a tightly closed container away from heat and light.