About Klaricin 500mg Tablets
Macrolide antibiotic
Used for
- Bacterial respiratory infections, including pneumonia
- Sinus and throat infections
- Skin and soft-tissue infections
- Helicobacter pylori treatment with other medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 250–500 mg every 12 hours for 5–14 days, depending on infection.
Usual dose in children
Usually 7.5 mg/kg every 12 hours; maximum 500 mg per dose. Duration depends on infection.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or abdominal pain
- Changes in taste
- Headache
- Liver problems or allergic reactions, rarely
Important warnings
- Does not treat viral infections such as colds or flu.
- Can affect heart rhythm, especially with certain conditions or medicines.
- Seek medical assessment for severe diarrhoea, yellow skin, or allergic symptoms.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Use only when prescribed after weighing benefits and risks; pregnancy safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk; monitor the infant for diarrhoea, thrush, or rash.
Interactions
- Warfarin and some other blood thinners
- Simvastatin or lovastatin
- Colchicine
- Some heart-rhythm medicines
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.