PCE: Oral tablet, gastro-resistant pellets (333mg)

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PCE 333mg Tablet
Arbor Pharmaceuticals Ireland LTD.

Pill Identification: LOGO PCE

What is this Medicine?

ERYTHROMYCIN (er ith roe MYE sin) is a macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

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*Brand contains same active ingredient but may not represent FDA-approved generic equivalent

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PCE 333mg Tablet

NDC: 243380112

Prescription Required
Not a Controlled Drug
(CSA Schedule)
FDA Approved

FDA approved for the following conditions:
Pneumonia, Pertussis (whooping Cough), Urethritis, Impetigo, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Non-gonococcal Urethritis (NGU), Pharyngitis, Pertussis Prophylaxis, Chlamydia Infection, Rheumatic Fever Prophylaxis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Bronchitis, Bowel Preparation, Cervicitis, Tonsillitis, Proctitis, Legionnaire's Disease, Diphtheria, Listeriosis, Bacterial Colonization Eradication, Skin And Skin Structure Infections, Amebiasis, Erythrasma, Lower Respiratory Tract Infections

Sometimes used for but not FDA approved for the following conditions:
Bartonellosis, Pneumococcal Prophylaxis, Chancroid, Sickle Cell Disease, Campylobacteriosis, Granuloma Inguinale, Diphtheria Prophylaxis, Gonorrhea, Lyme Disease, Tetanus, Gastroparesis, Burn Wound Infection, Feeding Intolerance, Lymphogranuloma Venereum

Storage Information
Store below 86 degrees F

PCE 333mg Tablet

Arbor Pharmaceuticals Ireland LTD.

Pill Identification: LOGO PCE

Shape: oval

Color: white

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Reported Side Effects for PCE 333mg Tablet

Suddenly Stopped Heart Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: EARLY

Erythema Multiforme Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

Torsade De Pointes Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: RAPID

Liver Infection Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

Yellow Skin Incidence: <10.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

Inflamed Pancreas Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

Long Qt Syndrome Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: RAPID

Convulsions Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

Elevated Hepatic Enzymes Incidence: <10.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

Deafness Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

Lyell'S Syndrome Incidence: <1.0%* Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED

*This is an approximate aggregated range of reported side effects from clinical studies performed on this drug. Your experience with this drug may be different.

Daily Life Interactions for PCE 333mg Tablet

Elements of your daily lifestyle may have an effect on the medications you are taking. Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects, reduce the effectiveness of your medicine or possibly increase the action of a particular medicine.

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Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Grapefruit juice and PCE 333mg Tablet(Erythromycin)

Grapefruit juice and Erythromycin(Erythromycin)

It is best not to change your usual intake of grapefruit juice while taking Erythromycin. Grapefruit juice can increase the amount of erythromycin absorbed by the body, which might increase the incidence of common, but troublesome side effects like nausea, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain.

Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages and PCE 333mg Tablet(Erythromycin)

Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages and Erythromycin(Erythromycin)

Although an interaction is possible, these drugs are often used together. Side effects from Caffeine may get worse if you take Erythromycin. Too much Caffeine can cause effects like nausea, nervousness, or sleeplessness. You may need to limit your Caffeine intake. Common foods and beverages containing caffeine include coffee, teas, colas and chocolate. Many non-prescription drugs and diet aids may also contain caffeine.

Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Marijuana and PCE 333mg Tablet(Erythromycin)

Marijuana and Erythromycin(Erythromycin)

Erythromycin can theoretically decrease the elimination of Marijuana, Medical from the body. Side effects from Marijuana, Medical may worsen if you take Erythromycin. You may feel drowsy or more tired. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how these drugs affect you. Contact your health care provider immediately if you notice slurred speech, confusion, increases heart rate, or palpitations while taking Marijuana, Medical.

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Pregnancy & Lactation Information

FIRST Trimester

Class B - Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

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