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Erythromycin Screenshot_20200418-002910 (Nursing considerations…
Erythromycin
Mechanisms of action
Inhibits growth of bacteria at high concentrations
Binds to 50s subunit or rRNA complex protein synthesis.
Function processes critically for life of replication are inhibited
Dosage
4-20mg a day before meals
Storage
At room temperature ,away from light and moist. Not higher than 30°c.
Route of administration
Intravenously
Side effects
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Indications
For a ute infections caused by Streptococcus
Prophylaxis against alpha- hemolytic Streptococcal endocarditis
Contraindications
Hypersensitive to the drug
Prophygia
Hepatic impairment
Nursing considerations
Administer on empty stomach
Culture Site of infection before therapy
Monitor liver functioning
Give meals as directed
