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Clarithromycin

Generic name: Clarithromycin
Brand names: Biaxin, Biaxin XL

Why is Clarithromycin prescribed?

Clarithromycin, an antibiotic chemically related to erythromycin, is used to treat certain bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, including:

Strep throat
Pneumonia
Sinusitis (inflamed sinuses)
Tonsillitis (inflamed tonsils)
Acute middle ear infections
Acute flare-ups of chronic bronchitis (inflamed airways)

Clarithromycin is also prescribed to treat infections of the skin. Combined with Prilosec or Prevacid and amoxicillin, it is used to cure ulcers near the exit from the stomach (duodenal ulcers) caused by H. pylori bacteria. It can also be prescribed to combat Mycobacterium avium infections in people with AIDS.

Clarithromycin is available in tablet and suspension form, and in extended-release tablets (Clarithromycin XL). The extended-release form is used only for sinus inflammation and flare-ups of bronchitis.

Most important fact about Clarithromycin

Clarithromycin, like any other antibiotic, works best when there is a constant amount of drug in the blood. To keep the amount constant, try not to miss any doses.

How should you take Clarithromycin?

You may take Clarithromycin suspension or tablets with or without food. Clarithromycin XL, however, should always be taken with food. Do not chew or crush Clarithromycin XL tablets. Shake Clarithromycin suspension before each dose and use it within 14 days.

Take the medication exactly as prescribed, and be sure to continue taking it for the full course of treatment.

--If you miss a dose...

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take the one you missed and take the next one 5 to 6 hours later. Then go back to your regular schedule.

--Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from light. Do not refrigerate the suspension.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any side effects develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor immediately. Only your doctor can determine whether it is safe for you to continue taking Clarithromycin.

  • More common side effects may include:
    Abdominal pain, abnormal taste, diarrhea, nausea, rash, vomiting

Side effects of Clarithromycin XL are generally milder than those of regular Clarithromycin. They may include diarrhea, abnormal taste, and nausea.

Why should Clarithromycin not be prescribed?

Do not take Clarithromycin if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it, or if you are sensitive to it or erythromycin, or similar antibiotics such as Tao and Zithromax. Also avoid Clarithromycin if you have a heart condition or an imbalance in the body"s water and minerals; and do not take the drug while taking Orap, Propulsid, or Seldane.

Special warnings about Clarithromycin

If you have severe kidney disease, the doctor may need to prescribe a smaller dose of Clarithromycin. Make sure the doctor is aware of any kidney problems you may have.

Like other antibiotics, Clarithromycin may cause a potentially life-threatening form of diarrhea that signals a condition called pseudomembranous colitis (inflammation of the large intestine). Mild diarrhea, a fairly common Clarithromycin side effect, may disappear as your body gets used to the drug. However, if Clarithromycin gives you prolonged or severe diarrhea, stop taking the drug and call your doctor immediately.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Clarithromycin

If Clarithromycin is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either can be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Clarithromycin with the following:

Alprazolam (Xanax)
Blood thinners such as Coumadin
Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Mevacor and Zocor
Cilostazol (Pletal)
Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral)
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Disopyramide (Norpace)
Ergot-based migraine drugs such as Cafergot, DHE, Sansert, and Wigraine
Fluconazole (Diflucan)
Hexobarbital
Methylprednisolone (Medrol)
Midazolam (Versed)
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Quinidine (Quinidex)
Pimozide (Orap)
Rifabutin (Mycobutin)
Ritonavir (Norvir)
Sildenafil (Viagra)
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Theophylline (Slo-Phyllin, Theo-Dur, others)
Triazolam (Halcion)
Valproate (Depakene, Depakote)
Zidovudine (Retrovir)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, notify your doctor immediately. Since Clarithromycin may have the potential to cause birth defects, it is prescribed during pregnancy only when there is no alternative. Caution is advised when using Clarithromycin while breastfeeding. Clarithromycin may appear in breast milk, as does its chemical cousin, erythromycin.

Recommended dosage

BIAXIN

Adults

Respiratory, ear, and skin infections: Your doctor will carefully tailor your individual dosage of Clarithromycin depending upon the type of infection and organism causing it.

The usual dose varies from 250 to 500 milligrams every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days.

Duodenal ulcers: You can expect one of the following treatment regimens:

500 milligrams of Clarithromycin, 30 milligrams of Prevacid, and 1 gram amoxicillin every 12 hours for 10 or 14 days.

500 milligrams of Clarithromycin, 20 milligrams of Prilosec, and 1 gram amoxicillin every 12 hours for 10 days. Some patients need to continue taking 20 milligrams of Prilosec on a once-daily basis for an additional 18 days.

500 milligrams of Clarithromycin every 8 hours plus 40 milligrams of Prilosec every morning for 14 days. Some patients need to continue taking Prilosec at a reduced dosage of 20 milligrams once a day for an additional 14 days.

500 milligrams of Clarithromycin every 8 or 12 hours plus 400 milligrams of Tritec every 12 hours for 14 days. Some patients need to continue taking 400 milligrams of Tritec every 12 hours for an additional 14 days.

Mycobacterium Avium infections: For prevention or treatment, the recommended dose is 500 milligrams twice a day.

Children

Clarithromycin is not recommended for children under 6 months of age.

The dose for children older than 6 months depends on how much the child weighs. Clarithromycin is usually given twice a day for 10 days.

BIAXIN XL

Adults

Sinusitis: The usual dosage is 1000 milligrams once a day for 14 days.

Bronchitis or pneumonia: The usual dosage is 1000 milligrams once a day for 7 days.

Children

Safety and effectiveness of Clarithromycin XL have not been established for children.

Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

  • Symptoms of Clarithromycin overdose may include:
    Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting




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