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Althrocin Kid 125 mg Tablet is used to treat chest infections (pneumonia), skin conditions (acne and rosacea), dental abscesses (A pocket of pus in a tooth caused by an infection), and sexually transmitted infections. On the other hand, in children, it is generally used to treat ear or chest infections. It contains Erythromycin, which works by stopping the growth or killing harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. As a result, it effectively treats various bacterial infections. It may cause some common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Side effects of Althrocin Kid Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Althrocin Kid 125 mg Tablet have interactions with anti-allergic medicines (e.g. astemizole, terfenadine, mizolastine), anti-nausea pills (e.g. domperidone), mental health pills (e.g. pimozide, amisulpride), anti-migraine medicines (e.g. ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), anti-cholesterol pills (e.g. simvastatin), bladder weakness medicine (e.g. tolterodine) and anti-gout/arthritis medicine (e.g. colchicine). Taking these drugs with Althrocin Kid 125 mg Tablet may cause serious side effects.

Drug-Food Interactions: No relevant drug-food interaction found with Althrocin Kid 125 mg Tablet . As a precautionary measure, consumption of alcoholic beverages should be avoided as it may lead to drowsiness and dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Althrocin Kid 125 mg Tablet may interact with disease conditions, including colitis (inflammation of the intestine), liver disease, QT prolongation, rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level), prematurity (Underweight in Infancy), and myasthenia gravis (muscle problems).

ErythromycinDihydroergotamine
Critical

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How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Coadministration of Althrocin Kid Tablet and simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of simvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain or weakness, dark-colored urine, joint pain, itching, fatigue, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
ErythromycinDihydroergotamine
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How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
When Dihydroergotamine is taken with Althrocin Kid Tablet, the amount of Dihydroergotamine in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Althrocin Kid Tablet and Dihydroergotamine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
When alfuzosin is taken with Althrocin Kid Tablet, this can cause your blood pressure to fall excessively and your heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet with alfuzosin is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it should be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Combining Althrocin Kid Tablet with Thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet with Thioridazine together results in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms - an irregular heart rhythm, diarrhea, vomiting, sudden dizziness, trouble breathing - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Taking Fluconazole with Althrocin Kid Tablet can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluconazole with Althrocin Kid Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ErythromycinLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
When Lomitapide is taken with Althrocin Kid Tablet, the amount of Lomitapide in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Althrocin Kid Tablet with Lomitapide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. It can be taken if your doctor prescribes it. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
ErythromycinCobimetinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
When Althrocin Kid Tablet is taken with Cobimetinib, it can slow down the breakdown of Cobimetinib in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Althrocin Kid Tablet and Cobimetinib together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you're having symptoms like feeling sick, mouth sores, bleeding, heart problems, skin rash, or sensitivity to sunlight, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Coadministration Althrocin Kid Tablet together with ceritinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Althrocin Kid Tablet and ceritinib together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fits, shortness of breath, or palpitations of the heart consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Althrocin Kid Tablet:
Coadministration of Haloperidol with Althrocin Kid Tablet may raise the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Althrocin Kid Tablet and Haloperidol together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, seizures, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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ERYTHROMYCIN-125MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

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ERYTHROMYCIN-125MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels and effects of Althrocin Kid Tablet. Avoid or limit the consumption of grapefruit.

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