Drug reference
benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Macrolides)
Mechanism of action
Erythromycin: Inhibits protein synthesis in susceptible organisms by reversibly binding to 50 S ribosomal subunits, thereby inhibiting translocation of aminoacyl transfer-RNA and inhibiting polypeptide synthesis Benzoyl peroxide: Elicits action by releasing active oxygen; effective in vitro against Propionibacterium acnes
Common side effects
- Pruritus
- Dry skin
- stinging, erythema, burning
- Photosensitivity
- Blepharitis
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin?
benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin work?
Erythromycin: Inhibits protein synthesis in susceptible organisms by reversibly binding to 50 S ribosomal subunits, thereby inhibiting translocation of aminoacyl transfer-RNA and inhibiting polypeptide synthesis Benzoyl peroxide: Elicits action by releasing active oxygen; effective in vitro against Propionibacterium acnes
What are the common side effects of benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin?
Pruritus, Dry skin, stinging, erythema, burning, Photosensitivity, Blepharitis
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