Robimycin Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: ERYTHROMYCIN BASE ENTERIC - ORAL
Pronounced: (eh-rith-row-MY-sin base)

Robimycin Oral Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain/cramping, loss of appetite, and mild heartburn may occur. Taking this medication with food may lessen these symptoms. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if this unlikely but serious side effect occurs:

mouth sores

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

persistent nausea/vomiting
severe stomach/abdominal pain
unusual fatigue
dark urine
yellowing eyes or skin
hearing problems (e.g., hearing loss)

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

severe dizziness
fainting
fast/irregular heartbeat
seizures

This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition (pseudomembranous colitis) due to resistant bacteria. This condition may occur weeks after treatment has stopped. Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have the following symptoms because these products may make them worse. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop:

persistent diarrhea
abdominal or stomach pain/cramping
blood/mucus in your stool

Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection (oral or vaginal fungal infection). Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: