Clarithro

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Clarithro Information

Clarithro is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Clarithro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Clarithro is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Clarithro have been listed ahead. These side effects of Clarithro 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clarithro is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Clarithro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clarithro related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Clarithro have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Clarithro may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Clarithro Benefits & Uses

Clarithro is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Clarithro 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


Clarithro Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

Clarithro Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clarithro safe for pregnant women?


    Clarithro 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 Clarithro safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Clarithro has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Clarithro is rarely harmful for the liver.

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


    Clarithro is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Clarithro with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Clarithro Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Clarithro

  • Is this Clarithro habit forming or addictive?


    Clarithro does not cause addiction.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Clarithro as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Clarithro only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Clarithro cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Clarithro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clarithro


    Taking Clarithro with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clarithro


    Information about the interaction of Clarithro and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Clarithro

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Clarithro for abscess?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Clarithro 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Clarithro treat a urinary tract infection?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Clarithro used for cough?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clarithro with oral contraceptive pills?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Clarithro 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Clarithro treat pneumonia?

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

Yes, Clarithro 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 Clarithro is prescribed for it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.



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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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