Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR
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Product introduction
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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.
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Clarithro Tablet XR
Benefits of Clarithro Tablet XR
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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.
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 Clarithro Tablet XR
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 Clarithro
- 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 Clarithro Tablet XR
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. Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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 Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR.
- 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 Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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
User feedback
Patients taking Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR
Twice A Day
83%
Once A Day
17%
What are you using Clarithro Tablet XR for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
FAQs
Can the use of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR 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.
How long does Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR takes to work?
Usually, Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR?
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.
Can the use of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Clarithro 500mg Tablet XR will cause infertility in males or females.
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Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
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