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Metrocream and Erythromycin drug interactions - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Drug interactions are reported among people who take Metrocream (metronidazole) and Erythromycin (erythromycin). Common drug interactions include adenoma benign among females.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes what interactions people have when they take Metrocream and Erythromycin. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 14 people who take the same drugs from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Metrocream?

Metrocream has active ingredients of metronidazole. It is often used in rosacea. eHealthMe is studying from 458 Metrocream users. Check the latest studies of Metrocream.

What is Erythromycin?

Erythromycin has active ingredients of erythromycin. It is often used in acne. eHealthMe is studying from 12,563 Erythromycin users. Check the latest studies of Erythromycin.

On Jul, 25, 2026

14 people who take Metrocream and Erythromycin together, and have interactions are studied.

Metrocream and Erythromycin drug interactions.

What are the common drug interactions of Metrocream and Erythromycin, by gender? *:

female:

  1. Adenoma benign (non-cancerous tumour -secreting)
  2. Colitis (inflammation of colon)
  3. Ovarian cyst (fluid filled sac of the ovary)
  4. Pain
  5. Proctitis (inflammation of the rectum and anus)
  6. Myalgia (muscle pain)
  7. Adnexa uteri mass (ovarian cysts)
  8. Back pain
  9. Hepatic cyst
  10. Myositis (inflammation of the muscles)

male:

n/a

What are the common drug interactions of Metrocream and Erythromycin, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *:

0-1:

n/a

2-9:

n/a

10-19:

n/a

20-29:

  1. Adenoma benign (non-cancerous tumour -secreting)
  2. Adnexa uteri mass (ovarian cysts)
  3. Back pain
  4. Colitis (inflammation of colon)
  5. Colitis ulcerative (inflammation of colon with ulcer)
  6. Crohn's disease (a condition that causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract)
  7. Depression
  8. Dry skin
  9. Gastrointestinal disorder (functional problems of gastrointestinal tract)
  10. Hepatic cyst

30-39:

n/a

40-49:

n/a

50-59:

n/a

60+:

  1. Bone pain
  2. Bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes)
  3. Renal disorder (kidney disease)
  4. Sinusitis (inflammation of sinus)
  5. Vomiting
  6. Dehydration (dryness resulting from the removal of water)
  7. Diabetes mellitus (diabetes, caused by a deficiency of the pancreatic hormone insulin)
  8. Increased tendency to bruise (increased tendency to injure the underlying soft tissue or bone)
  9. Muscle spasms (muscle contraction)
  10. Myalgia (muscle pain)

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

  1. Birth Control: 2 people, 14.29%
  2. Acne Cystic (skin problems that cause pimples): 2 people, 14.29%
  3. Multiple Myeloma (cancer of the plasma cells): 1 person, 7.14%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Sub-studies by gender and age:

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Male: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on metronidazole and erythromycin (the active ingredients of Metrocream and Erythromycin, respectively), and Metrocream and Erythromycin (the brand names). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

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