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Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) 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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Is the use of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Maclar. If you are pregnant, do not take Maclar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) safe during breastfeeding?
Maclar may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Kidneys?
Maclar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Liver?
Maclar may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Heart?
You can take Maclar without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4).
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4)
It is safe to take Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4)
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Maclar 250 Mg Tablet (4) with alcohol.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Maclar 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.
Maclar is a brand name for clarithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infection such as respiratory infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. It is also used in combination with another antibiotic to treat Mycobacterium avium complex infection.
No, Maclar is not good for a cold. Cold is a viral disease, whereas Maclar is used for bacterial infections only.
Maclar is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor about the right line treatment for abscess.
Discontinuing Maclar 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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References
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