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I was prescribed Clarithromycin 14 x 500mg by my doctor at Christmas for a cold that seemed to be developing into a chest infection. I didn't want to be ill during Christmas so I got the prescription dispensed. In the event I didn't need to take it but the flu I now have has developed into a chest infection. Normally I am prescribed 250mg twice daily for 7 days. Could I take 500mg once per day for 7 days or should I cut the 500mg pill and take it as 250mg twice daily. I am concerned about compromising the efficiency of the treatment. Any advice?

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I can really only advise that you consult your doctor to see what you should do.

Clarithromycin is only effective at treating infections, so if your problem has been caused by something else, it isn't going to help.

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It also might not be the right antibiotic to treat this infection.

Have you set up an appointment, yet?

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Thank you for your reply. In the event I spoke to the local pharmacist who advised me to use a tablet splitter for accuracy and take it twice a day as 250mg which did the trick.

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