Erythromycin

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KindAPI
ClassAntibacterial — macrolide
SynonymsErythromycin A, Erythromycinum
Common uses / formsOral tablets, topical and ophthalmic forms; base plus stearate/ethylsuccinate/estolate salts
PropertiesWhite/off-white crystals; slightly water-soluble base; BCS II; acid-labile — enteric coating or salt/ester forms used; potency by microbiological or HPLC assay
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP, IP
Sourcing originsChina
Dominant inbound routeHormuz
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesFermentation macrolide dominated by Chinese producers; component/related-substance profile (erythromycin A/B/C) is a key spec
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Erythromycin — sourcing profile (API) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/a-erythromycin.html