Clamycin

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Clamycin Information

Clamycin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Clamycin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Clamycin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Clamycin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Clamycin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Clamycin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Clamycin related warnings talks about Clamycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clamycin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Clamycin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clamycin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Clamycin Benefits & Uses

Clamycin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Clamycin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: H. Pylori
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: H. Pylori
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: H. Pylori
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Clamycin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clamycin is used -

Moderate

Mild

Clamycin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clamycin safe for pregnant women?


    Clamycin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Clamycin without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Clamycin safe during breastfeeding?


    Clamycin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clamycin on the Kidneys?


    Clamycin rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clamycin on the Liver?


    Clamycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clamycin on the Heart?


    Clamycin is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Clamycin with Other Drugs

Clamycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Clamycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clamycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Clamycin

  • Is this Clamycin habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Clamycin is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clamycin can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Clamycin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Clamycin is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Clamycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clamycin


    Taking Clamycin with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clamycin


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clamycin with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Clamycin

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Clamycin used for cough?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Clamycin does not use for a cough. A cough is a symptom, of flu, colds, upper respiratory tract infection, asthma, COPD, laryngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Clamycin is used in relieving the cough only, when it is able to treat these diseases. But we know that cold and flu is viral, cough caused by this disease, medicine could not be used, and a cough caused by another disease like bronchitis, laryngitis, and upper respiratory tract infection it may be bacterial or viral, if the cause of this disease is bacterial infection then Clamycin can be used. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine for a cough.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Clamycin treat pneumonia?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Clamycin can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. The most common cause of pneumonia is the bacterial infection, and often Clamycin is prescribed for it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Clamycin treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clamycin can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a healthcare provider. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Clamycin used to treat BV (bacterial vaginosis)?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Clamycin can be used to treat bacterial vaginosis. Because this drug is highly susceptible to the bacteria which cause vaginosis, that's why this antibiotic is used to treat it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment and medication for bacterial vaginosis.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Clamycin on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Clamycin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Biaxin® Filmtab® (clarithromycin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754-755

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 326-328



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