althraled 250mg tablet - Erythromycin (250mg) medicine

althraled 250mg tablet

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๐Ÿญ Universal Micro Sciences ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is althraled 250mg tablet used for?

Althrocin 500 Tablet (Erythromycin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Erythromycin (250mg), which Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit, inhibits protein synthesis. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Erythromycin
  • Manufacturer: Universal Micro Sciences
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: B
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š althraled 250mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Respiratory tract infections, skin infections, pertussis, diphtheria, chlamydia, syphilis, Legionnaires' disease

Off-label uses: Gastroparesis, acne vulgaris

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Erythromycin
Brand NameAlthrocin 500 Tablet
ManufacturerUniversal Micro Sciences
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassMacrolides
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionAbsorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; food may delay absorption.
DistributionWidely distributed into body tissues and fluids; crosses placenta and enters breast milk.
Protein Binding65-90%
MetabolismHepatic via CYP3A4
Half-Life1.5-2 hours
ExcretionPrimarily biliary and fecal; about 2-15% renal
Bioavailability30-65%
Onset of Action1-2 hours
Peak Plasma Time1-4 hours
Duration of Action6-12 hours

How It Works

Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit, inhibits protein synthesis

Mechanism Steps

1Erythromycin enters bacterial cell
2Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit
3Inhibits translocation of peptidyl-tRNA

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take althraled 250mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of althraled 250mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • QT prolongation
  • Torsades de pointes
  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Pseudomembranous colitis
  • Severe allergic reactions

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Reversible hearing loss
  • Interstitial nephritis
  • Pancreatitis
  • Myasthenia gravis exacerbation

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Major Increased bleeding risk
Ergotamine Major Ergotism risk
Cisapride Major QT prolongation
Pimozide Major QT prolongation
Lovastatin Major Rhabdomyolysis risk
Simvastatin Major Rhabdomyolysis risk
Theophylline Moderate Increased theophylline levels
Digoxin Moderate Increased digoxin levels
Carbamazepine Moderate Increased carbamazepine levels
Cyclosporine Moderate Increased cyclosporine levels
Triazolam Moderate Increased sedation
Midazolam Moderate Increased sedation
Corticosteroids Minor Increased corticosteroid effect
Disopyramide Minor QT prolongation risk
Valproate Minor Decreased valproate levels

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • Ergotamine
  • Cisapride
  • Pimozide
  • Lovastatin
  • Simvastatin

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Theophylline
  • Digoxin
  • Carbamazepine
  • Cyclosporine
  • Triazolam
  • Midazolam

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Corticosteroids
  • Disopyramide
  • Valproate

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food may delay absorption; avoid grapefruit juice.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No significant interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to erythromycin or macrolides; use with cisapride, pimozide, ergotamine, lovastatin, simvastatin

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Liver function, ECG in high-risk patients, signs of superinfection

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Compatible; caution

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive; monitor ECG; consider gastric lavage

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

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