Clarithromycin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. It is generally used in treatment of infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Inflammation
Injection site pain
Nausea
Taste change
Vomiting
How to use
Clarithromycin is meant for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Clarithromycin is an antibiotic that improves the condition by stopping synthesis of necessary proteins required by bacteria to carry out its important functions. Therefore, it prevents the bacteria from growing, and helps prevent the infection from spreading to
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Clarithromycin a penicillin, antibiotic, or a fluoroquinolone? Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, not a penicillin or fluoroquinolone
Q. Is Clarithromycin safe? Clarithromycin is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Can I take Clarithromycin for bacterial vaginosis, tooth infection, bladder infection, acne and cystitis? Clarithromycin can be used to treat bacterial vaginosis unless resistance has not been developed against clindamycin or any macrolide antibiotic (Clarithromycin. azithromycin, etc.)
Q. Is Clarithromycin gluten free or contain sulfa? Clarithromycin is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use. Clarithromycin is not a sulfa drug/does not contain sulpha
Q. Can I take Clarithromycin with amoxicillin, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, metronidazole or Nyquil? Yes Clarithromycin can be taken with amoxicillin, paracetamol, ibuprofen, omeprazole, metronidazole or Nyquil. Always consult your physician before use
Q. Does Clarithromycin cause drowsiness, insomnia, or thrush? Clarithromycin does not cause drowsiness when taken as prescribed. But, it may cause insomnia (sleeplessness) and thrush (infection of mouth caused by candida fungus)
Q. Does Clarithromycin affect birth control? When taken with birth control pills, Clarithromycin does not affect birth control.
Expert Advice
Clarithromycin will cure your infection and improve symptoms.It may cause an upset stomach. If this happens to you, take it with food.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete.Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Clarithromycin.
Product Details
SKU: PC-9729 Product Description: Maclar DT 125 is manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.