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Klaribact Tablet 500mg
Klaribact Tablet 500mg

Klaribact Tablet 500mg

Generic Name: Clarithromycin

Tablet Prescription Required
Manufacturer Martin Dow Marker Limited
Formula Clarithromycin

Price

PKR 606

per pack

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About Klaribact Tablet 500mg

An antibiotic used to treat common bacterial infections of the chest, throat, and skin.

Klaribact Tablet 500mg Uses

  • Upper respiratory tract infections such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and sinusitis
  • Lower respiratory tract infections including acute bronchitis and community acquired pneumonia
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Helicobacter pylori infection linked to peptic ulcer disease
  • Certain ear infections

Klaribact Tablet 500mg Benefits

  • Broad activity against many bacteria that cause chest and throat infections
  • High tissue concentration in the lungs and skin
  • Twice daily dosing
  • An extended release option available in some brands for once daily use

What Experts Say

Doctors in Pakistan often prescribe Klaribact for chest and throat infections not responding to first line antibiotics.

Clarithromycin stops bacteria from producing proteins they need to multiply.

Gastroenterologists also value clarithromycin as part of triple therapy for H. pylori.

Drug Class

  • Macrolide antibiotic
  • Blocks bacterial protein synthesis

Klaribact Tablet 500mg Uses in Urdu

کلاری بیکٹ ٹیبلٹ 500 ملی گرام ایک اینٹی بائیوٹک دوا ہے جو مختلف بیکٹیریل انفیکشنز کے علاج میں استعمال ہوتی ہے۔

  • سینے اور گلے کے انفیکشن کا علاج
  • ناک اور سائنس کے انفیکشن میں مددگار
  • جلد کے بیکٹیریل انفیکشن کا علاج
  • معدے کے السر سے جڑے ایچ پائلوری انفیکشن کے علاج میں مددگار
  • کان کے انفیکشن کے علاج میں معاون

Klaribact Tablet 500mg formula

  • Clarithromycin

Available forms

  • Tablet

How to use Klaribact Tablet 500mg?

  • Take with a full glass of water.
  • Can be taken with or without food.
  • Doses should be spaced evenly, usually every 12 hours.
  • The full course should be completed.
  • Any missed dose should be taken as soon as remembered, unless close to the next dose.

Drug Interactions

  • Statins: Combination with simvastatin or lovastatin raises muscle damage risk.
  • Warfarin: Bleeding risk can increase.
  • Digoxin: Blood levels can rise to unsafe amounts.
  • Theophylline: Blood levels may increase.
  • Colchicine: Serious toxicity risk.
  • Oral diabetes medicines: Blood sugar can drop lower than expected.

Risks and warnings

  • QT Prolongation: Rare but serious heart rhythm changes.
  • Liver Function: Liver problems are uncommon but possible.
  • Self Medication Risk: Self-prescribing can hide the real illness and fuel resistance.
  • Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Safety has not been fully established.
  • Renal Impairment: Calls for a lower dose or a longer interval.

Klaribact Tablet 500mg Side Effects

  • Nausea or stomach upset
  • Diarrhea
  • An abnormal or metallic taste in the mouth
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes
  • Severe or watery diarrhea that does not stop
  • Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing

Storage Conditions

  • Room temperature below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
  • Original strip should stay inside its box.
  • Humidity and moisture can affect the tablets.
  • Children and pets should not have access.
  • Discard tablets after expiry date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Klaribact Tablet 500mg in Pakistan?

The Klaribact Tablet 500mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 606

What is Klaribact Tablet 500mg used for?

Klaribact Tablet 500mg is used in the following conditions:
  • Chest infections
  • Throat infections
  • Sinus infections
  • Skin infections
  • H. pylori related stomach ulcers

What is Klaribact Tablet 500mg composed of?

Klaribact Tablet 500mg is composed of:
  • Clarithromycin

Do you need a prescription to buy Klaribact Tablet 500mg?

To buy Klaribact Tablet 500mg you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.