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Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange 30.0 ml in 1 bottle

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Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is a product of Raxon Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Composition: Clarithromycin (125mg)

Pack of 30 ml

₹ 121.88

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All Details About Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange

Description:

Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is an antibiotic medication. It is given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, throat, teeth, lungs, heart, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. It also helps treat bacterial infections that can occur in children with HIV due to their weak immune systems.

Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange 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, abnormal taste, 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. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Side Effects:

Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Ordinary side effects of Clarixon

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

Warning & Precautions:

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is recommended.
Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is usually considered safe to use in children with mild to moderate kidney impairment. However, in cases of severe kidney disease, dose modifications may be needed
Liver
CAUTION
Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

In what dose should I give Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange to my child?

The dose of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange will be prescribed depending upon the kind of infection, its severity, and your child’s age and body weight. Hence, altering it by yourself may cause side effects or make Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange ineffective. In fact, if you give the medicine in the prescribed dose, time, and way, your child may start showing improvement after a few regular doses. But, make sure to complete the full course without stopping the medicine abruptly as doing so may make your child sick again. Also, the remaining bacteria might become resistant to the Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange. Thus, following the prescribed treatment course is important and stressed upon for every medicine.

What if I give an overdose of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange by mistake?

Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange is unlikely to cause any harm if an extra dose is given by mistake. But, it is important to be careful because overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition. So, if you think you have given too much of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange to your child, it will be wise to speak to a doctor immediately.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include abnormal heart conduction (QT prolongation), allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Get in touch with your child’s doctor if he/she develops any of these symptoms.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange?

Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange ?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Which all lab tests should my child undergo while taking Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange on a long term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests, liver function tests, and baseline ECG on a periodic basis to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Can Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange affect my child’s digestion?

Since children have a sensitive stomach, they may develop a stomach upset while taking medicines. Moreover, taking antibiotics may kill off the good bacteria present in the digestive system along with the bad ones, increasing your child’s risk of developing stomach problems. So, in case your child is having diarrhea while on Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

My child is suffering from a muscle weakness disorder. Is it safe to give Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange?

Employ Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange with caution in children with neuromuscular disorders like Myasthenia gravis as it may cause exacerbation of symptoms and even onset of some new symptoms.

How can the bacteria develop resistance against Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange?

Using Clarixon 125 Dry Syrup Orange when your child does not need it will give the bacteria an opportunity to adapt to the medicine and develop ways to escape the medicine’s effects. This will make the medicine ineffective when your child actually needs it. Usually, when this happens, people say that the child has become resistant to the antibiotic, but in reality, it is the opposite. It is actually the bacteria that have become resistant to the treatment.

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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