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Clarithromycin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Biaxin

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects | Additional Information

Category
  • Antibacterial, systemic
  • antimycobacterial
Description

Clarithromycin (kla-RITH-roe-mye-sin) is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. It is also used to treat and prevent Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection, and to treat duodenal ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori . However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. Clarithromycin also may be used for other problems as determined by your doctor.

Clarithromycin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

    Oral
  • Oral suspension (U.S. and Canada)
  • Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
  • Extended-release tablets (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

  • Biaxin

In Canada -

  • Biaxin

   

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Clarithromycin: Before Using



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