Clarithro™

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Clarithromycin (Clarithro) is indicated for use in adults and children older than 12 years for the treatment of mild to moderately severe infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated micro-organisms in the conditions listed below.,1. Acute streptococcal pharyngitis.,2. Community acquired pneumonia due to Chlamydia pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Legionella pneumophila and Streptococcus pneumoniae (see section 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE regarding sensitivity testing);,3. Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections due to Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes (see section 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE regarding sensitivity testing);,4. Disseminated or localised mycobacterial infections due to Mycobacterium avium or Mycobacterium intracellulare and skin and skin structure infections due to Mycobacterium chelonae. Clarithromycin should be used in combination with other anti-mycobacterial agents.,5. Prevention of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in HIV-infected adults with CD4 lymphocyte counts < 75 cells/mm3 (see section 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE). Disseminated infection due to Mycobacterium avium complex should be excluded by a negative blood culture prior to commencement of prophylaxis.,6. Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis due to Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis or Streptococcus pneumoniae.,7. Combination therapy for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease associated with Helicobacter pylori infection.,Clarithromycin (Clarithro) is indicated for use in children for the treatment of mild to moderately severe infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated micro-organisms in the conditions listed below.,1. Acute streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes.,2. Community acquired pneumonia including infections due to Chlamydia pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophilia.,3. Skin and skin structure infections (e.g. impetigo).,4. Disseminated or localised infections due to Mycobacterium avium or Mycobacterium intracellulare in immuno-compromised children, including those with HIV infection or AIDS.,5. Acute otitis media.,Note.,1. Penicillins are the drug of first choice in the treatment of acute otitis media.,2. Penicillin is the usual drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections including prophylaxis of rheumatic fever. Clarithromycin appears to be as effective as phenoxymethylpenicillin in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx, however substantial data establishing the efficacy of clarithromycin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,3. There is insufficient evidence of efficacy to support the use of clarithromycin in acute bronchitis in young children.,4. The data presented on infections of skin and skin structure were confined largely to mild to moderate infections such as impetigo.,Consideration should be given to official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 3 Years
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius

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Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Tablet, film coated
• Oral
• Yellow, oval film-coated tablet 7.8mm x 14.9mm

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These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 100 tablets
• 14 tablets

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Clarithromycin

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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Source: ARTG

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