Clarivir is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clarivir is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clarivir safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Clarivir. If you are pregnant, do not take Clarivir without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clarivir safe during breastfeeding?
Clarivir has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clarivir on the Kidneys?
Clarivir has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clarivir on the Liver?
Clarivir has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clarivir on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clarivir for the heart.
Clarivir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clarivir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clarivir habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clarivir is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clarivir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clarivir only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clarivir in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clarivir
Taking Clarivir with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clarivir
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clarivir with alcohol will be.
Clarivir is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform a vital activity. Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body an prevent the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Clarivir and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
Yes, Clarivir 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 Clarivir is prescribed for it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
No, Clarivir does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor about the best treatment for urinary tract infection.
Yes, Clarivir is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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