Erythromycin ointment is usually not recommended for menopausal vaginal dryness if it is not associated with a pathogenic infection such as bacteria.
Erythromycin ointment can be used to treat suppurative skin diseases such as impetigo, small burns, and infections of ulcerated surfaces, and should not be used as a vaginal lubricant. Vaginal dryness in menopausal women is mostly due to lower estrogen levels in the body and atrophy of the vaginal folds. If there are no symptoms such as abnormal vaginal secretions and itching, the use of erythromycin ointment is usually not recommended to avoid bacterial flora disorders.
Adverse reactions such as irritation and allergy may occur during the use of erythromycin ointment. The drug is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to its components. Be careful to avoid contacting the drug with the eyes and other mucous membranes, and if redness, swelling, itching and other symptoms appear at the site of application during the use of the drug, the drug should be stopped immediately.
If the patient appeared menopausal vaginal dryness, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor to improve the relevant examination, to clarify the cause of the disease after targeted treatment. The use of erythromycin ointment, need to follow the doctor’s instructions, not blindly use their own medicine.