Klacid: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Klacid Information

Klacid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Klacid have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Klacid. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Klacid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Klacid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Klacid's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Klacid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Klacid contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Klacid with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Klacid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Klacid Benefits & Uses
Klacid Dosage & How to Take
Klacid Side Effects
Klacid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Klacid with Other Drugs
Klacid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Klacid
Klacid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Klacid Benefits & Uses

Klacid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Bacterial Skin Infections
Bacterial Infections
H. Pylori
Pneumonia
Ear Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Food Poisoning
Throat Infection

Klacid 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

Klacid Related Warnings

Is the use of Klacid safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Klacid. If you are pregnant, do not take Klacid without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Klacid safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Klacid as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Klacid on the Kidneys?

Klacid rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Klacid on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Klacid on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Klacid on the Heart?

Klacid is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Klacid with Other Drugs

Klacid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Almotriptan

Gatifloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Simvastatin

Warfarin

Artemether,Lumefantrine

Moderate

Metformin

Paracetamol,Codeine

Klacid Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Myasthenia Gravis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Klacid

Is this Klacid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Klacid.

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

After taking Klacid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Klacid can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Klacid only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Klacid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Klacid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Klacid

Taking Klacid with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Klacid

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Klacid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Klacid

Question over 5 years ago

Is Klacid safe??

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Klacid is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Klacid for sore throat?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Klacid for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a viral and bacterial sore throat, So you take it only on doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

how to use Klacid?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Take Klacid exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not take less or more quantity as recommended. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, so you can take it with or without food. You must follow the doctor's instructions during the course duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Klacid treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Klacid 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Klacid for abscess?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Klacid is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor about the right line treatment for abscess.