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Clarithromycin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CLAMYCIN

Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 63.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Clarithromycin

Class: | Macrolide antibiotic Use: | Treatment of various bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and Helicobacter pylori eradication Adult dose: | 250 mg to 500 mg every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days, depending on the infection Pediatric dose: | 7.5 mg/kg every 12 hours (up to 500 mg) for children over 6 months, duration varies by infection Side effects: | Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, taste disturbances, headache Contraindications: | Hypersensiti

Drug Class

Macrolide antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and Helicobacter pylori eradication

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F), protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Julphar (Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries), U.A.E

Package Size

14's (7's Blister x 2)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 63.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

250 mg to 500 mg every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days, depending on the infection

Pediatric Dose

7.5 mg/kg every 12 hours (up to 500 mg) for children over 6 months, duration varies by infection

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, taste disturbances, headache

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to clarithromycin or any macrolide, history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use, concomitant use with certain medications (e.g., ergotamine, pimozide, terfenadine)

Important Warnings

Risk of QT prolongation, hepatotoxicity, and Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea; use with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Clarithromycin available in UAE pharmacies:

CLAMYCIN 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension CLAMYCIN 250 mg Tablets CLAMYCIN 250 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension CLAMYCIN 500 mg Tablets CLAREX 500 mg Tablets CLARIDAR 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension CLARIDAR 250 mg Tablets CLARIDAR 500 mg Tablets CLARIGLEN 250 mg Tablets CLARIGLEN 500 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Macrolide antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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