Clarithromycin

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Clarithromycin Drug Index

Clarithromycin, sold under the brand name Biaxin among others, is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.[2] This includes strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, H. pylori infection, and Lyme disease, among others.[2] Clarithromycin can be taken by mouth as a pill or liquid.[2] Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headaches, and diarrhea.[2] Severe allergic reactions are rare.[2] Live...

PURPOSE OF PILL (yellow with7158 on one side and 93 on the other)---SIDE EFFECTS ## This tablet contains 500mgs of Clarithromycin, which is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of infections. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, diarrhea and non-allergic skin rash. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I am taking this medicine and have a very bad taste in my mouth almost all day. Is this normal?

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I have a bitter taste in my mouth, I have been taking this med for 4 days, is this a side effect? I wake up in the night and have such a bitter taste, I brush my teeth, gargle with listerine, but nothing helps. Food doesn't taste right. I have 3 more days, should I continue? ## Ironically enough, "change in taste" is listed word for word as a general side effect of Clarithromycin. I think if it becomes too bothersome or severe, you may want to consider talking to your doctor about any other alternative antibiotics that can replace Clarithromycin for the remaining 3 days. It's likely that it may not go away until you stop taking what's causing it to begin with. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Clarithromycin Details I hope this info helps!

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Oblog or Oval, light gold, imprint 93 one side 7244 imprint other side, uncoated. ## Sorry, I cannot find any listing with those numbers, the closest I can find is 93 7224, so can you please double check the imprint and let me know? ## The imprint number is correct 93 7244 ___ I cannot find it anywhere. It was delivered from Lyncourt Drugs in Syracuse, NY and made me violently ill. I was vomiting, coudln't stand or visually focus 12 hours after taking ONE pill. I'd been on it for two weeks recently -purchased at a local Rite Aide with no problem. (Don't know that imprint number but the pills looked slightly different). Even a Pharmacist at a Kinney Drugs couldn't find the number. The dispensing Pharmacist Christine Verillo at Lyncourt said she was too busy with customers...

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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? ## 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. It also might ...

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Please can you tell me if Clacee/clarithromycin contains penicillin? ## Hello, Melanie! How are you? No, Clarithromycin is the active ingredient, it is an antibiotic. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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antibotic for sinus ## Clarithromycin is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections. Learn more Clarithromycin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Are there any questions or comments?

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Tell me about the pill Clarithromycin GG C9. Thank you. ## Hi Pat, The imprint GG C9 is noted to be 500mg of Clarithromycin. Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, acute maxillary sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, pneumonia (especially atypical pneumonias associated with Chlamydia pneumoniae or TWAR), skin and skin structure infections. In addition, it is sometimes used to treat Legionellosis, Helicobacter pylori, and lyme disease. You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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Hi I was prescribed penicillin for tonsilitus i took for 3 days and was no better however had no side effects. I went back to doctors and they gave me clarithromycin instead i have taken 1 of these only and have had stomach pain and diarrhoea. My throat feels a lot better now cn i go back to taking the penicillin? ## Claire, I would advise against that,only a provider familiar with your history should make that decision . Firstly Pennicilin or any antibiotic for that matter SHOULD ALWAYS BE TAKEN TO ITS CONCLUSION UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY YOUR PROVIDER. Many side effects are common within this class of drug most resolve rapidly if given a chance.If they become overly bothersome contact your doc for direction.

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Why have I had to stop taking statins while being treated for a chest infection with this drug? ## You might have to stop taking it, or lower your dosage, so be sure to follow your doctor's instructions on the matter. Taking them together could result in elevated levels of the statin building up in your body, which increases the risk of several health issues, including liver damage, according to NIH reports. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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large white tablet with letters GG 09 ## I have had cold since christmas coughing alot can't hear pressure in ears, seems like 1,000 bells ringing in ears dr says bacteria infection,congestion in right side of chest, has been 3 days and no change, have not ran fever ## For anyone else seeking such information… The general rule for antibiotics to know if the one you're taking is doing its job is that once you've taken it for a full 24 hours, there shouldn't be any worsening of your infection. And once you've taken it for a full 72 hours (3 days), you should start to see improvement. Learn more Clarithromycin details here. Thus, if it your condition gets worse after the first day, or doesn't improve after the 3rd day, then you should seek medical ...

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For what type of infection is this medication for ## Clarithromycin is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of infections, there's no specific one that it is only used to treat. It can be prescribed for things such as tonsillitis, a sinus infection, cellulitis and etc. Learn more Clarithromycin details here. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Has it been prescribed for you?

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Generic Biaxin (Clarithromycin) is an antibiotic prescribed to treat/prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections, which include strep throat, sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, lung infections, as well as skin infections such as impetigo. This medication works by stopping the growth of bacteria. You can read more about it here: medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692005.html

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Clarithromycin Extended Release Clarithromycin

Clarithromycin, sold under the brand name Biaxin among others, is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.[2] This includes strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, H. pylori infection, and Lyme disease, among others.[2] Clarithromycin can be taken by mouth as a pill or liquid.[2] Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headaches, and diarrhea.[2] Severe allergic reactions are rare.[2] Live...

I have a bad chest infection and been tacking clarithromycin and it doesn't seem to be working very good ## Hello, Jeannette! How are you? Was this prescribed for you? How long have you been taking it and at what dosage? You may need to see your doctor for a different antibiotic. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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Amoxicillin + Clarithromycin + Vonoprazan Drug Index

I have a history of heart arrthymias and just started taking Biaxin. After 2 days of taking 500 mg. 2 x day I seem to be having more arrhythmias. There is also a horrible taste in my mouth. My Dr said I had some fluid in one ear and a possible sinus infection. Three people I've been in contact with recently had these same symptoms which makes me think this is a virus but would amoxicillin be a better choice for me? ## Amoxicillin is an antibiotic in a different class than the clarithromycin you are taking but still an antibiotic. Viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics. Viruses just have to run their course. The only thing you can do against a virus is usually to vaccinate for it before it happens except there isn't one for the common Cold. Zinc is good for shortening colds a...

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Amoxicillin + Clarithromycin + Lansoprazole Drug Index

Lansoprazole, sold under the brand name Selanz SR among others, is a medication which reduces stomach acid.[2] It is used to treat peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and Zollinger–Ellison syndrome.[3] Effectiveness is similar to other proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).[4] It is taken by mouth.[2] Onset is over a few hours and effects last up to a couple of days.[2] Common side effects include...

Hi, My doctor has prescribed Clarithromycin to treat pneumonia. Instructions are to take two pills twice per day, but does not say how often apart. I'm thinking 12 hrs, is this right? ## Hello, Debbie! How are you? Yes, you are correct, you should try to stick to as close to 12 hours apart, as you can, to keep the levels of the antibiotic consistent in your body. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm supposed to be taking Clarithromycin for long term use, but the bitter taste in my mouth is pretty bad. Since I'm on it for long term use, is there anything that will mitigate this side effect? I can't constantly have candy or food in my mouth. ## Hello, MeSha! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. How long have you been taking it? Side effects will typically taper off in severity and then go away entirely, once your body gets used to the medication, but that may take a month, or so. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may also include nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea and non-allergic skin rash. ## After having taken 5 doses of clarithromycin, I have a symptom that causes things to taste bitter. I also have nausea and a loss...

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