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Clarithromycin Tablet is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Clarithromycin Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Clarithromycin Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clarithromycin Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Clarithromycin Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Clarithromycin Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clarithromycin Tablet related warnings talks about Clarithromycin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Clarithromycin Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Clarithromycin Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clarithromycin Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Clarithromycin Tablet 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
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Is the use of Clarithromycin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Clarithromycin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Clarithromycin without medical advice.
Is the use of Clarithromycin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Clarithromycin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clarithromycin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Clarithromycin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clarithromycin Tablet on the Liver?
Clarithromycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Clarithromycin Tablet on the Heart?
Clarithromycin is not harmful for the heart.
Clarithromycin Tablet 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 Clarithromycin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clarithromycin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clarithromycin Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Clarithromycin Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clarithromycin Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clarithromycin Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clarithromycin Tablet
You can take Clarithromycin Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clarithromycin Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clarithromycin Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Clarithromycin 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.
Take Clarithromycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not take less or more quantity as recommended. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, so you can take it with or without food. You must follow the doctor's instructions during the course duration.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Clarithromycin 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.
Clarithromycin 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.
Clarithromycin 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.
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References
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