Clarithromycin XL 500 mg - 7 tablets

Clarithromycin 500 mg tablets Why is clarithromycin used? Clarithromycin is used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria sensitive to clarithromycin. Do not take clarithromycin if you are allergic to the active ingredients or to the macrolide group or any other components of this medicine. If you are taking any of the following drugs: cisapride, pimozide, astemizole, terfenadine, ergotamine or dihydroergotamine, lomitapide, simvastatin or lovastatin. If you are taking colchicine and have kidney or liver diseases. If you have an abnormal heart rhythm called long QT interval. Precautions and warnings Tell your doctor about all your health conditions, including if you have: If you have liver and/or kidney diseases. If you have any heart problems. If you have low levels of potassium and magnesium. Longer use than the recommended duration is prohibited. Secondary infections may occur. This medicine may worsen symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Possible side effects Stop using this product and seek medical care immediately if you experience rash; itching; red, sore, or peeling skin; chest or throat tightness; difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. The frequency of these side effects is unknown. Common side effects: Nausea Diarrhea Change in taste ability Stomach upset Headache Liver function changes Rash (in children) Other medicines and clarithromycin Clarithromycin interacts with many drugs. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking. How to take clarithromycin Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor. Take extended-release tablets with food. Swallow the extended-release tablets whole. Do not chew, break, or crush. Doses may vary depending on the location and severity of the infection. The usual dose is 500 mg every 12 hours. This equals 1 gram of the extended-release tablet once daily. In children, doses are based on the child's weight in mg/kg/day. The usual dose is 15-20 mg/kg/day. How to store clarithromycin Store at room temperature between 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit (20 to 25 degrees Celsius). Keep away from light. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiration date on the package.