CLARINOVA 250 Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Clarithromycin 250 mg
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
CLARINOVA 250 TABLET contains Clarithromycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Macrolide Antibiotics. It is used to manage infections such as upper respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis, and sinusitis), lower tract respiratory infections (bronchitis and pneumonia), middle ear infections (acute otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections (impetigo, folliculitis, cellulitis and abscesses), tooth and mouth infections (periapical abscess, periodontitis) as well as in patients with duodenal ulceration and helicobacter pylori infection. CLARINOVA 250 TABLET is also used to manage mycobacterial infections (disseminated or localized) in adults, children and adolescents above 12 years of age. Before prescribing CLARINOVA 250 TABLET, your doctor may want you to undergo a few diagnostic tests to determine the exact cause of your infection before starting with CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. Before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney disorder or have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease, severe heart failure or slowed heart rate. CLARINOVA 250 TABLET is not recommended in patients with a history of heart rhythm disorders (such as ventricular cardiac arrhythmia, and fast heart rhythm) and patients with long QT syndrome (abnormality in electrocardiogram). If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor for advice before taking. The most common
Uses
OF CLARINOVA 250 TABLETIt is used to manage: upper respiratory tract infections lower tract respiratory infections middle ear infections skin and soft tissue infections tooth and mouth infections duodenal ulceration helicobacter pylori infections mycobacterial infections
How It Works
CLARINOVA 250 TABLET manages the growth of bacteria by interfering with its protein synthesis and binds specific proteins present in the bacterial ribosomes, thus stopping the growth of the bacteria in
Directions for Use
Take CLARINOVA 250 TABLET as advised by your physician. For Tablet: Swallow CLARINOVA 250 TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse CLARINOVA 250 TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take CLARINOVA 250 TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects
CLARINOVA 250 TABLETCOMMON insomnia (difficult to fall asleep) taste disturbances headache diarrhoea vomiting nausea indigestion stomach pain excessive sweating UNCOMMON fungal infection vaginal infection decrease in white blood cells and neutrophils increase in eosinophils anorexia loss of appetite restlessness shaking dizziness sleepiness balance disorder hearing disorder ringing in the ears palpitations inflammation of the stomach, mouth, and tongue bloating, constipation, dry mouth burping malaise asthenia chest pain chills, fatigue Stop taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe or prolonged diarrhoea, with blood or mucus skin rash and irritation difficulty breathing, fainting swelling of the face, tongue, lips, eyes, and throat yellowing of the skin (jaundice) tender abdomen, loss of appetite pale stools, dark urine severe skin reactions with painful blistering of the skin, mouth, lips, eyes, and genitals (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) red, scaly rash with bumps under the skin and blisters muscle pain or weakness (rhabdomyolysis) severe ulceration of the mouth, lips, and skin associated with illness inflammation of the internal organs
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is generally not recommended in pregnant women unless the potential benefits justify the potential risk to the fetus. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is not recommended in breastfeeding mothers as it may pass into the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizziness, vertigo, confusion, and disorientation after taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. KIDNEYContraindicatedCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is generally not recommended in patients with severe concurrent kidney failure. Consult a doctor before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. LIVERContraindicatedCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is generally not recommended for patients with severe liver failure. Consult a doctor before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take CLARINOVA 250 TABLET if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Clarithromycin and other macrolide antibiotics or to any other constituents of CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. HEART DISEASEConsult your doctorCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is not recommended for patients with heart rhythm disorders such as ventricular cardiac arrhythmia, including the type of ventricular tachycardia (torsades de pointes) and if you have long QT syndrome (showing abnormality in electrocardiogram). However CLARINOVA 250 TABLET should be taken with caution in patients diagnosed with coronary artery disease, severe heart failure or slowed heart rate. Consult a doctor before taking. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 12 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionCLARINOVA 250 TABLET should be taken with caution in elderly patients as they are prone to develop torsades de pointes arrhythmias (fast ventricular rhythm). Consult a doctor before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. OTHERSCLARINOVA 250 TABLET is not recommended to be taken if you: have abnormal levels of potassium and magnesium in the blood (hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: ergotamine and dihydroergotamine (medicine to manage migraine) astemizole or terfenadine (medicine to manage allergy) cisapride or domperidone (medicine to manage gastrointestinal disorder) pimozide, quetiapine (medicine to manage mental disorder) ticagrelor, ranolazine (medicine to manage heart and circulatory disease) colchicine (medicine to manage gout) lovastatin, and simvastatin (medicine to lower blood cholesterol) midazolam, alprazolam, triazolam (medicine to manage anxiety and insomnia) rifampicin, rifapentine, rifabutin (used to manage tuberculosis) fluconazole, itraconazole (used to manage fungal infection) atazanavir, efavirenz, etravirine, nevirapine, ritonavir, saquinavir, zidovudine (medicine to manage HIV) digoxin, quinidine, disopyramide, verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem (medicine to manage heart disturbances and arterial hypertension) dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, warfarin (medicine use to thin blood) carbamazepine, valproate, phenytoin, phenobarbital (medicine to manage epilepsy) methylprednisolone (medicine to manage inflammation) omeprazole (medicine to reduce gastric acid secretion) cyclosporine, tacrolimus, sirolimus (medicine used for organ transplant) sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil (medicine to manage male erectile dysfunction) ibrutinib or vinblastine (medicines to manage cancer) tolterodine (medicine to manage urinary incontinence) sulfonylurea, nateglinide, repaglinide, insulin (medicines to manage diabetes) theophylline (medicine to manage asthma) St. John’s wort (herbal medicine to manage mild depression) gentamicin, amikacin, erythromycin, fidaxomicin (used to manage bacterial infections) cilostazol (medicine to manage muscle pain in the lower body) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more of CLARINOVA 250 TABLET. consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are vomiting and stomach pain. SYNOPSIS Drug : Clarithromycin Pharmacological Category : Macrolide Antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Manage Bacterial infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Dry syrup, Oral suspensions, Gel, Granules, Lotion, Solution MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep out of reach of children Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about CLARINOVA 250 Tablet 10's.
What is CLARINOVA 250 TABLET used for?
CLARINOVA 250 TABLET is used to manage infections like upper respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis, and sinusitis), lower tract respiratory infections (bronchitis and pneumonia), middle ear infections (acute otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections (impetigo, folliculitis, cellulitis and abscesses), tooth and mouth infections (periapical abscess, periodontitis) as well as in patients with duodenal ulceration and helicobacter pylori infection.
If I start feeling well, can I skip the dose of CLARINOVA 250 TABLET?
No. You should complete the full course of CLARINOVA 250 TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. It is important that CLARINOVA 250 TABLET be taken at the right dose and for the right duration given. Otherwise, the symptoms can prevail and sometimes worsen.
Will taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET more than the given dose provide a faster cure?
No, self-medication will always harm and result in an adverse reaction. Upon taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET more than the given dose, you may suffer from serious vomiting and stomach pain, in such cases consult a doctor immediately and go to the nearby hospital.
Who cannot take CLARINOVA 250 TABLET?
CLARINOVA 250 TABLET is not recommended for patients who have allergic reactions, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat, abnormal low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood. Consult a doctor before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET.
Can CLARINOVA 250 TABLET be given to pregnant women?
CLARINOVA 250 TABLET does not have adequate data, hence the medicine is not advised unless the potential benefit justifies the potential risk. Consult a doctor for advice before taking CLARINOVA 250 TABLET.
Can CLARINOVA 250 TABLET cause diarrhoea?
Yes, CLARINOVA 250 TABLET can cause serious diarrhoea during or after antibiotic use. Usually, discontinuation of medicine can subside diarrhoea. However, if diarrhoea persists or if there is blood in the stool then immediately consult a doctor for advice.
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Last Updated
24 Aug 2024