Clarocin Tablets 500mg

Product Description

Product Name: Clarocin Tablets 500mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 10's

Manufactured By: Medisure Laboratories

Used For:

• Clarocin 500 mg tablets are used to treat various bacterial infections, including:
  • Respiratory tract infections (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis)
  • Sinus infections (e.g., sinusitis)
  • Ear infections (e.g., otitis media)
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Strep throat and tonsillitis
  • Helicobacter pylori infections (as part of combination therapy to treat stomach ulcers)

Side Effects:

• Common side effects may include:

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Headache
  • Altered taste

• Serious side effects (rare) may include:

  • Severe allergic reactions (e.g., rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing)
  • Liver problems (e.g., jaundice)
  • QT prolongation (irregular heart rhythm)
  • Severe diarrhea (Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea)

Precautions:

• Inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic to clarithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin).
• Use with caution in individuals with liver or kidney disease, as dose adjustments may be required.
• Clarocin may interact with medications like statins, anticoagulants, or antifungals, so inform your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking.
• Avoid use in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless specifically prescribed by your doctor.
• Complete the full course of treatment to avoid bacterial resistance, even if symptoms improve before the course is finished.