Erythromycin

Erythromycin for infected insect bites or stings

1 October 2026SPS PGD template for supply of erythromycin for infected insect bites or stings in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Erythromycin for impetigo

1 October 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for widespread impetigo in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Erythromycin for sinusitis

1 October 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for sinusitis in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy, where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective

Erythromycin for otitis media

1 October 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for otitis media in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Erythromycin for sore throat

1 October 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for sore throat in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Commonly used medicines associated with QT interval prolongation

27 August 2026Examples of medicines known to prolong the QT interval. Medicines are grouped by therapeutic class and are not an exhaustive list.

Using solid oral dosage form antibiotics in children

3 March 2026Information for off-label crushing, dispersing or opening solid oral antibiotics in children when licensed suspension formulations aren’t available.

Choosing a prokinetic medicine for impaired gastrointestinal motility

23 May 2025Prokinetics improve gastrointestinal motility. We advise on suitable prokinetic options, including dose and safety considerations.

Managing interactions between macrolides and statins

12 July 2024The use of statins can be continued with azithromycin. However, the interaction risks need to be managed if clarithromycin or erythromycin are required.

Using macrolide antibiotics during breastfeeding

26 March 2024Azithromycin, clarithromycin or erythromycin can be used with precautionary infant monitoring. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.