Clarigard

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  • Contains / Salt: Clarithromycin (500 mg)
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    Clarigard Information

    Clarigard is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Clarigard also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

    The optimal dosage of Clarigard is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clarigard as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clarigard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

    Some other conditions that can be affected by Clarigard are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Additionally, Clarigard may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clarigard is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



    Clarigard Benefits & Uses

    Clarigard is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Clarigard 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

    Clarigard Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Clarigard safe for pregnant women?


      Clarigard can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

      Severe
    • Is the use of Clarigard safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women can take Clarigard as it bears very minor side effects for them.

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


      Clarigard rarely affects the kidneys.

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


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

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


      Using Clarigard does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Clarigard with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate



    Clarigard Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Clarigard

    • Is this Clarigard habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Clarigard.

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


      After taking Clarigard you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Clarigard only as per medical advice.

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


      No, the use of Clarigard in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Clarigard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Clarigard


      Taking Clarigard with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Clarigard


      Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clarigard.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Clarigard

    Question about 5 years ago

    Can Clarigard treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

    Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Clarigard 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

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

    Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    Discontinuing Clarigard 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.

    Question about 5 years ago

    Can Clarigard treat a urinary tract infection?

    Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

    No, Clarigard does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor about the best treatment for urinary tract infection.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can Clarigard cause diarrheoa?

    Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

    Yes, Clarigard may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effects of this drug. If you feel excessive diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Is Clarigard used for cough?

    Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

    No, Clarigard does not use for a cough. A cough is a symptom, of flu, colds, upper respiratory tract infection, asthma, COPD, laryngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Clarigard 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 Clarigard can be used. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine for a cough.



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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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