Althrocin 500 mg, Substitutes & Alternatives
Find medicines with the same composition as Althrocin 500 mg (Erythromycin 500 mg (as erythromycin base) tablet). Compare alternatives at different price points.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
Delivery across India. Free above ₹999; ₹49 from ₹499, ₹99 below. Chennai express delivery is chargeable.
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Known Substitutes
The following medicines may be used as alternatives to Althrocin 500 mg (same or similar composition):
- Erythrocin 500 Tablet
- Erythro 500 Tablet
- Erythromycin 500 mg Tablet (generic)
- Erythromycin 500 Tablet (various brands)
- Erythromycin Stearate 500 mg Tablet (equivalent strength)
Important: Never switch medicines without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Even medicines with the same composition may have different inactive ingredients that affect how they work for you.
Understanding the Composition
Althrocin 500 mg contains Erythromycin 500 mg (as erythromycin base) tablet. Substitute medicines with the same active ingredient work by the same mechanism and treat the same conditions.
Price differences between brands are common and do not indicate a difference in quality or effectiveness. All medicines sold in India must meet the standards set by CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation).
Althrocin 500 mg: At a Glance
- Composition
- Erythromycin 500 mg (as erythromycin base) tablet
- Price
- ₹129
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Manufacturer
- ALEMBIC PHARMA
- Known substitutes
- 5
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