<div class="WordSection1"> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>Clarithromycin 500 mg tablet<br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b> What Clarithromycin is used for</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Clarithromycin is used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria susceptible to this medicine’s action.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Do not take Clarithromycin</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you’re allergic to Clarithromycin, Erythromycin, any macrolide antibiotic, or any other component of this medicine.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you are taking any of the following medicines: Cisapride, Pimozide, Astemizole, Terfenadine, Ergotamine or Dihydroergotamine, Lomitapide, Simvastatin or Lovastatin.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you are taking the medicine Colchicine and have kidney or liver disease.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have heart a rhythm problem called “long QT syndrome” or if you are taking medications that cause this condition.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><span lang="AR-SA" dir="RTL" style=""><o:p><b><br></b></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Warnings and precautions</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this drug including:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have liver and/or kidney disease.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have any heart problems.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have low levels of potassium of magnesium.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12">Long term use of this medicine increases the risk of developing secondary infections.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12">This medicine may worsen your Myasthenia Gravis symptoms.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Possible side effects</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Common side effects:<o:p></o:p></p> </div> <br clear="all" style="page-break-before:auto;mso-break-type:section-break"> <div class="WordSection2"> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Nausea<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Abdominal pain<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Diarrhea<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Abnormal taste<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Headache<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Increased liver enzymes<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Rash (children)</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent:-18.0pt;line-height:normal; mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><o:p></o:p></p> </div> <br clear="all" style="page-break-before:auto;mso-break-type:section-break"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Other medicines and Clarithromycin</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:normal">Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>How to take Clarithromycin </b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Take this medicine as indicated by your doctor.<span class="content"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">The dosing may depend on the site and severity of your infection.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">The usual dosing is 500 mg every 12 hours. This is equivalent to 1g of extended release tablet once daily.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">In children, the dosing is calculated based on the child’s body weight in mg/kg/day. The usual dose is 15-20 mg/kg/day.</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>How to store Clarithromycin </b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">Store at room temperature </span>68 to 77°F (20 to 25°C).<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Protect from light.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>For liquid medication, throw away remaining part after 2 weeks.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Keep this medicine out of reach of children.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the package. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.</p><p> </p> #html-body [data-pb-style="6201FDF1310FF"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="6201FDF131113"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}
<div class="WordSection1"> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>Clarithromycin 500 mg tablet<br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b> What Clarithromycin is used for</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Clarithromycin is used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria susceptible to this medicine’s action.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Do not take Clarithromycin</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you’re allergic to Clarithromycin, Erythromycin, any macrolide antibiotic, or any other component of this medicine.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you are taking any of the following medicines: Cisapride, Pimozide, Astemizole, Terfenadine, Ergotamine or Dihydroergotamine, Lomitapide, Simvastatin or Lovastatin.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you are taking the medicine Colchicine and have kidney or liver disease.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have heart a rhythm problem called “long QT syndrome” or if you are taking medications that cause this condition.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><span lang="AR-SA" dir="RTL" style=""><o:p><b><br></b></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Warnings and precautions</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this drug including:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have liver and/or kidney disease.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have any heart problems.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12" style="margin-left: 36pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>If you have low levels of potassium of magnesium.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12">Long term use of this medicine increases the risk of developing secondary infections.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="pcm-12">This medicine may worsen your Myasthenia Gravis symptoms.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Possible side effects</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Common side effects:<o:p></o:p></p> </div> <br clear="all" style="page-break-before:auto;mso-break-type:section-break"> <div class="WordSection2"> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Nausea<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Abdominal pain<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Diarrhea<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Abnormal taste<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Headache<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Increased liver enzymes<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Rash (children)</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent:-18.0pt;line-height:normal; mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><o:p></o:p></p> </div> <br clear="all" style="page-break-before:auto;mso-break-type:section-break"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>Other medicines and Clarithromycin</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:normal">Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:normal"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>How to take Clarithromycin </b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Take this medicine as indicated by your doctor.<span class="content"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">The dosing may depend on the site and severity of your infection.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">The usual dosing is 500 mg every 12 hours. This is equivalent to 1g of extended release tablet once daily.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span class="content">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">In children, the dosing is calculated based on the child’s body weight in mg/kg/day. The usual dose is 15-20 mg/kg/day.</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><br></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><b>How to store Clarithromycin </b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal"> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><span class="content">Store at room temperature </span>68 to 77°F (20 to 25°C).<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Protect from light.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>For liquid medication, throw away remaining part after 2 weeks.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Keep this medicine out of reach of children.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal;"><!--[if !supportLists]-->·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the package. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.</p><p> </p> #html-body [data-pb-style="6201FDF1310FF"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}#html-body [data-pb-style="6201FDF131113"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}