Displaying 1 - 1 of 1
| Active Ingredient | CLARITHROMYCIN |
| Therapeutic Class | OTHER MACROLIDES |
| Indications |
Helicobacter pylori associated duodenal ulcers. Multiple-drug regimens have been used e.g. dual-drug (combination with omeprazole or ranitidine) ortriple-drug (combination with lansoprazole/ amoxicill More ... |
| Caution | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain. Use with caution in patients with marked hepatic or renal impairment. May be taken with food to lessen stomach upset. Inform doctor if patient is taking More ... |
| Dose Range |
Adult: 250mg every 12 hours for 7 days, increased in severe infections to 500mg every 12 hours for up to 14 days. Pediatric: under 8kg: 7.5mg/kg twice daily ; 8-11kg (1-2 years); 62.5mg twice daily, 12-19kg (3-6 years) 125mg twice daily ; 20-29kg (7-9 |
| Drug Interactions | |
| Pregnancy | |
| Breast Feeding | Clarithromycin should be used with caution in nursing women since the drug is di More ... |