Clariset tablet 500mg

About Clariset tablet 500mg

Clariset tablet 500mg Uses

• Chest and respiratory tract infections
• Throat, tonsil and sinus infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Part of H. pylori treatment for stomach ulcers
• Some ear infections

Drug Class

• Macrolide antibiotic
• Bacteriostatic antibacterial

What Experts Say

Clarithromycin stops bacteria from producing the proteins they need to grow, halting the infection. It covers many bacteria behind chest, sinus and throat infections and penetrates tissues well.

It is a key part of combination therapy for Helicobacter pylori, the bacterium behind many stomach ulcers, where it is used with acid suppressing medicines and another antibiotic. It is usually taken twice a day.

Because clarithromycin affects liver enzymes, it can interact with several common medicines and occasionally influences heart rhythm, so the doctor should know all current treatments. Finishing the full course helps clear the infection and limit resistance.

Clariset tablet 500mg formula

• Clarithromycin 500mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Clariset tablet 500mg?

• Take the prescribed dose twice daily as directed.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Space the two doses about twelve hours apart.
• Complete the full course even if you feel better.

Drug Interactions

Clarithromycin interacts with many medicines through liver enzyme effects.

• Statins like simvastatin and atorvastatin: Raises the risk of muscle damage.
• Warfarin: Increases the blood thinning effect and bleeding risk.
• Certain heart rhythm medicines: Combined use raises the risk of abnormal rhythm.
• Some diabetes medicines: Can affect blood sugar control.
• Colchicine: Levels can rise to harmful amounts.

Risks and warnings

• Liver health: Report yellowing of the skin or eyes or severe stomach pain.
• Heart rhythm: Can affect heart rhythm, especially with certain other medicines.
• Taste changes: A bitter or metallic taste is common and harmless.
• Severe diarrhea: Report persistent diarrhea during or after treatment.

Clariset tablet 500mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Altered or bitter taste
• Headache
• Skin rash

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.