title: Plasma and saliva concentrations for a new formulation of erythromycin stearate.
abstract: Erythromycin saliva and plasma concentrations were determined in 10 subjects after the first and fourth doses of a new formulation of erythromycin stearate ('Erythrocin'), 500 mg 8-hourly, taken immediately before food. Consistent absorption occurred and the steady state plasma levels compared favourably with the minimal inhibitory concentrations of erythromycin for common respiratory pathogens. There was a significant positive correlation between steady state saliva and plasma levels.
mesh_terms: D000284:Administration, Oral; D000328:Adult; D004917:Erythromycin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000031:analogs & derivatives* / Q000032:analysis / Q000097:blood / Q000378:metabolism / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006207:Half-Life; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012463:Saliva / Q000032:analysis*; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D004917:Erythromycin