Rx Name [CLARITHROMYCIN, 08121292]
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APO-CLARITHROMYCIN 500MG TAB (APO/COL)
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08121292
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OTHER MACROLIDES
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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/ amoxicillin or omeprazole/amoxicillin). Upper and lower respirat |
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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 Tegretol or Theophylline.
FDA advises caution before prescribing the antibiotic clarithromycin (Biaxin) to patients with heart disease because of a potential increased risk of heart problems or death that can occur years later. |
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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 |
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Clarithromycin should be used with caution in nursing women since the drug is distributed into milk.
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