has anyone heard of erythromycin ointment for pink eye to cause palpitations?
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I haven't heard of it causing this but am aware of the implications taking erythromycin orally. I'm no medic but I wouldn't have thought that the small amount used topically would be an issue. Can you check with your pharmacist ?
not heard of that specifically but erythromycin has a number of side effects that can affect people adversely.
Some people are allergic to types of antibiotics?
Not specifically for pink eye, but I'm extremely allergic to erythromycin and have palpitations, dizziness and hives. It's now on my medical record not to take it.
Before I was diagnosed with AF I was given this drug in tablet form due to an animal bite and found I was highly allergic to it. By the second tablet I was struggling to breathe. It's the only drug I have had this reaction to.
When I developed AF I was told my medics not to take erythromycin or clarithromycin . I believe it was because of known interactions with one of the other drugs I was taking, probably with Flecainide.
You ask a good question, and the answer for you will need skilled medical advice. But we can help with information and questions.
I routinely check all drug interactions myself. I encourage others to do the same, then print out what you find and check. I have found some doctors unconcerned about interactions, perhaps working on the basis they are rare and will cope when it happens. But, it is your body! Sometimes an interaction can be discounted in your case. Sometimes the alternative is worse. At least in the British system you can usually track down a pharmacist for a second opinion, and refuse to take them until you have seen a pharmacist.
I find it best to use all four. There may be others. Some of them are better at also including minerals and herbs.
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I believe erythromycin by itself can cause QT prolongation, as can some/most antiarythmics. Combining the two increases the slight risk of Torsades de pointes. However, in my opinion you should check with a pharmacist to see if the danger holds true for a topical ointment.
