Clarithromycin

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Oral Antibiotics

Drug class: Macrolide Antibiotics

Clarithromycin (KLACID)（中文：克拉霉素）

Common Strengths

  • Tablets: 250 mg, 500 mg
  • Extended-release tablets: 500 mg
  • Oral suspension: 125 mg/5 mL, 250 mg/5 mL
  • Injection: 500 mg

Drug Trade Names

Klacid

Drug Usage

The macrolides have an antibacterial spectrum similar but not identical to penicillin; they are thus an alternative in penicillin-allergic patients.

Clarithromycin is prescribed for:

  • Respiratory tract infections (e.g. pneumonia, bronchitis)
  • Skin infections
  • Ear infections (otitis media)
  • Stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori
  • Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infections in immunocompromised patients

Route of Administration

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