Pediazole - Erythromycin With Sulfisoxazole - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Pediazole.
• Eryzole, Pediazole
• eh-rith-row-MY-sin WITH sull-fih-SOX-uh-zole

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, headache or vomiting during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
• This medication may increase sensitivity to sunlight.
• Avoid prolonged exposure.
• Wear protective clothing and a sunscreen.
• Rarely, this medication can cause serious, even fatal, side effects such as a severe peeling skin rash known as Stevens- Johnson syndrome, blood disorders (for example, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia), or liver damage.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the following symptoms.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all the drugs you may use, (prescription and nonprescription) especially of the following.

Medicinal Applications

• This antibiotic is used to treat middle ear infections (otitis media) especially in children.

Pediazole Storage Instructions

• Store in the refrigerator.
• Check the expiration date and discard any unused portion after 14 days.

Read Before Using Pediazole (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, and headache.

Pediazole Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be necessary.

Usage Instructions

• This medication may be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
• Shake the liquid suspension form of this medicine well before using.
• It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.