Product Images Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate

This text describes the preparation and dosage of Erythromycin ethylsuccinate for oral suspension. The granules must be stored below 86°F (30°C) and when prepared as directed, each 5 mL teaspoonful contains erythromycin ethylsuccinate 2 for Oral Suspension USP equivalent to 200 mg of erythromycin in a cherry-flavored suspension. Its usual dose for children is 30 to 50 mg/kg/day in divided doses. The manufacturer is ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and it is important to see the package insert for adult dose and full prescribing information.*

This is a description of a medication called Erythromycin ethylsuccinate oral suspension. The medication comes in granule form and should be stored below 86°F (30°C) before mixing with 50 mL of water. Once added, the solution should be shaken vigorously to make 100 mL of a cherry-flavored suspension that contains 400 mg of Erythromycin ethylsuccinate per 5 mL (teaspoonful). The reconstituted suspension does not require refrigeration and can be taken on an empty stomach. The usual dose for children is 30 to 50 mg/kg/day in divided doses. The medication should be stored below 77°F (25°C) and used within 35 days after mixing.*