Clasitil 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clasitil 500 Tablet Information

Clasitil 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Clasitil 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Clasitil 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Clasitil 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Clasitil 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Clasitil 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Clasitil 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Clasitil 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Clasitil 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Clasitil 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Clasitil Benefits & Uses
Clasitil Dosage & How to Take
Clasitil Side Effects
Clasitil Related Warnings
Clasitil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clasitil
Clasitil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clasitil 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Clasitil 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Clasitil 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clasitil 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clasitil 500 Tablet is used -

Clasitil 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Clasitil 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Clasitil safely.

Safe
Is the use of Clasitil 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Clasitil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Clasitil 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Clasitil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clasitil 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Clasitil is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Clasitil 500 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Clasitil without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Clasitil 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clasitil 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clasitil 500 Tablet

Is this Clasitil 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Clasitil 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Clasitil 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clasitil 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Clasitil 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Clasitil 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clasitil 500 Tablet

You can take Clasitil 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clasitil 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clasitil 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clasitil 500 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Clasitil safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clasitil is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Clasitil treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clasitil can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clasitil cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Clasitil has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Clasitil?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Clasitil may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Clasitil contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Clasitil does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.