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Maclar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Maclar have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Maclar 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Maclar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Maclar 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, Maclar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Maclar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Maclar contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Maclar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Maclar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Maclar 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
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Is the use of Maclar safe for pregnant women?
Maclar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Maclar without medical advice.
Is the use of Maclar safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Maclar for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Maclar on the Kidneys?
Maclar rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maclar on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Maclar on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Maclar on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Maclar for the heart.
Maclar 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 Maclar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maclar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Maclar has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Maclar can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Maclar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Maclar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Maclar
Taking Maclar with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maclar
Information about the interaction of Maclar and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Maclar and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
Maclar 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.
No, Maclar is not good for a cold. Cold is a viral disease, whereas Maclar is used for bacterial infections only.
Maclar 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.
Discontinuing Maclar 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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