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Clarinova 500 Tablet

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Product introduction

Clarinova 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease.

Clarinova 500 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Clarinova Tablet

Benefits of Clarinova Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Clarinova 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Clarinova Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Clarinova

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Injection site phlebitis
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Abnormal taste
  • Dyspepsia
  • Taste change
  • Abnormal liver function tests

How to use Clarinova Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clarinova 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Clarinova 500 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Clarinova 500 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarinova 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clarinova 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Clarinova 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clarinova 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clarinova 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clarinova 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clarinova 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Clarinova 500 Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Clarinova 500 Tablet.
  • 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.
  • Stop taking Clarinova 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides

Patient concerns

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Suffering from ear ache : what medicine should I take. Just now have taken Clarinova 500 tab and calpol 650.
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Visit ent specialist as it can also be due to fungal infection
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
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FAQs

Q. Can the use of Clarinova 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Clarinova 500 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. How long does Clarinova 500 Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Clarinova 500 Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Clarinova 500 Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Clarinova 500 Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Clarinova 500 Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

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Marketer details

Name: Mankind Pharma Ltd
Address: 208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Country of origin: India

MRP
196.63
Inclusive of all taxes
6.0 tablets in 1 strip
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