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Klarim Benefits & Uses

Klarim 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

Klarim 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	Disease: H. Pylori Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: H. Pylori Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: H. Pylori Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Klarim Related Warnings

Is the use of Klarim safe for pregnant women?

Klarim has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Klarim without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Klarim safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Klarim on the Kidneys?

Klarim rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Klarim on the Liver?

Side effects of Klarim rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Klarim on the Heart?

Using Klarim does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Klarim with Other Drugs

Klarim 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

Klarim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Klarim 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 Klarim

Is this Klarim habit forming or addictive?

Klarim 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 Klarim as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

There is no benefit of taking Klarim for mental disorders.

No

Klarim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Klarim

Taking Klarim with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Klarim

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Klarim.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Klarim

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Klarim

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Klarim is a brand name for clarithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infection such as respiratory infections, ear infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. It is also used in combination with another antibiotic to treat Mycobacterium avium complex infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Klarim work?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Klarim is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform a vital activity. Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body an prevent the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Klarim for abscess?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Klarim 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Klarim safe??

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

Yes, Klarim 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Klarim treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Klarim 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.