CLARIFACE 250 (250mg Clarithromycin)

Product Information

CLARIFACE 250 mg Tablet is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

It is effective for:

• Respiratory tract infections (throat, nose, lungs, sinuses)
• Ear infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Helicobacter pylori infections (linked with peptic ulcer disease)
• Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infections in people with weakened immune systems

How it works:

• Stops bacteria from growing by blocking protein synthesis.
• Helps relieve symptoms and resolve infections.

Administration advice:

• Take orally, preferably 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
• Avoid taking antacids within 2 hours of the dose.
• Use at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed.
• Do not skip doses. Complete the full course even if you feel better.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Doctors prescribe CLARIFACE (Clarithromycin) to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, skin, and stomach (in cases linked to H. pylori). It may also be used in immunocompromised patients to treat or prevent MAC infections.

Uses

• Treatment of bacterial infections.
• Eradication of H. pylori in peptic ulcer disease (with other medicines).
• Management of MAC infections in people with reduced immunity.

Benefits

• Effective against a wide range of bacteria.
• Provides symptom relief and cures underlying infections.
• Helps prevent recurrence of ulcers caused by H. pylori.
• Rapid improvement in symptoms when taken correctly.

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take with water, 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
• Do not take antacids within 2 hours of this medicine.
• Follow the prescribed schedule and dosage carefully.
• Do not stop early, even if you feel better.

Other Uses

Sometimes prescribed off-label for other bacterial infections when clinically appropriate.

⚠️ Heart Rhythm Risk Warning

This medicine may cause abnormal heart rhythms (QT prolongation), which can be serious.

• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, a family history of sudden cardiac death, or electrolyte imbalances (low potassium or magnesium).
• Report palpitations, dizziness, or fainting immediately.

⚠️ Liver Toxicity Warning

Clarithromycin may cause liver damage in rare cases.

• Your doctor may monitor liver function if treatment is prolonged.
• Stop taking and seek medical help if you notice:
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes
  • Dark urine
  • Severe or persistent abdominal pain
  • Nausea or vomiting that does not go away

Special Precautions

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergy or heart problems.
• Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.
• Avoid unnecessary use to prevent antibiotic resistance.

Possible Side Effects

Most are mild and resolve after completing the course. Contact your doctor if persistent.

Common side effects:

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Abnormal taste
• Rash

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Dispose of unused tablets safely; do not flush down the toilet.

Emergency Guidance

Seek immediate medical help if you experience:

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)
• Palpitations, dizziness, or fainting
• Signs of liver problems (jaundice, dark urine, severe abdominal pain)
• Severe diarrhea (may indicate antibiotic-associated colitis)