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Clarigard is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Clarigard also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Clarigard is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clarigard as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clarigard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Clarigard's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Clarigard related warnings talks about Clarigard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Clarigard are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Clarigard may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clarigard is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Clarigard is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Clarigard safe for pregnant women?
Clarigard should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Clarigard safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Clarigard for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clarigard on the Kidneys?
Clarigard has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clarigard on the Liver?
Side effects of Clarigard rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Clarigard on the Heart?
Using Clarigard does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clarigard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clarigard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clarigard habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clarigard is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clarigard you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clarigard only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clarigard is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clarigard
Taking Clarigard with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clarigard
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clarigard with alcohol.
Yes, Clarigard can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a healthcare provider. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Discontinuing Clarigard on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
No, Clarigard does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor about the best treatment for urinary tract infection.
Yes, Clarigard may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effects of this drug. If you feel excessive diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Clarigard does not use for a cough. A cough is a symptom, of flu, colds, upper respiratory tract infection, asthma, COPD, laryngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Clarigard is used in relieving the cough only, when it is able to treat these diseases. But we know that cold and flu is viral, cough caused by this disease, medicine could not be used, and a cough caused by another disease like bronchitis, laryngitis, and upper respiratory tract infection it may be bacterial or viral, if the cause of this disease is bacterial infection then Clarigard can be used. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine for a cough.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Biaxin® Filmtab® (clarithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754-755
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 326-328
