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Claribid OD Tablet ER 7.0 tablet er in 1 strip

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Claribid OD Tablet ER is a product of Abbott

Composition: Clarithromycin (500mg)

Pack of 7 tablet

₹ 328

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All Details About Claribid OD Tablet ER

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Claribid OD Tablet ER

Description:

Claribid OD Tablet ER is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease.

Claribid OD Tablet ER is also effective against some infections (e.g., MAC or Mycobacterium avium complex) seen in people with reduced immunity. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure your infection. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. No antacids should be taken within 2 hours of taking this medicine. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Ordinary side effects with this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, vomiting, and rash. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Claribid OD Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Claribid OD Tablet ER with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Claribid

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Taste change
  • Rash
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dyspepsia

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Claribid OD Tablet ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Claribid OD Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Claribid OD Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Claribid OD Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Claribid OD Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Claribid OD Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Claribid OD Tablet ER is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Claribid OD Tablet ER may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Can the use of Claribid OD Tablet ER cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Claribid OD Tablet ER can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Claribid OD Tablet ER takes to work?

Usually, Claribid OD Tablet ER starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using Claribid OD Tablet ER?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Claribid OD Tablet ER cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Claribid OD Tablet ER will cause infertility in males or females.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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