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Sulfimycin Side Effects

Generic name: erythromycin / sulfisoxazole

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 8, 2024.

Note: This document contains side effect information about erythromycin / sulfisoxazole. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Sulfimycin.

Applies to erythromycin / sulfisoxazole: oral granule for reconstitution.

You should not take this medication if you are in your 9th month of pregnancy, or if you are breast-feeding a baby younger than 2 months old.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking erythromycin / sulfisoxazole: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

In rare cases, erythromycin and sulfisoxazole can cause severe or life-threatening reactions. Stop using erythromycin and sulfisoxazole and call your doctor at once at the first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.