Clarithromycin is a prescription antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. This eMedTV article offers an overview of clarithromycin, including information on how it works, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and general precautions.
Some common clarithromycin side effects include headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea. This eMedTV Web article also lists serious side effects of clarithromycin that may require immediate medical care, such as seizures or bloody diarrhea.
This eMedTV page explains that clarithromycin is used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia and sinus infections. This page takes a closer look at other uses for the prescription drug, including possible off-label uses.
This eMedTV page explains that your clarithromycin dosage will be based on factors such as the type and severity of your infection. This page also offers general dosing guidelines, including tips for taking this antibiotic safely and effectively.
Warfarin and digoxin are among the drugs that can potentially interact with clarithromycin. This eMedTV page describes how these and other drug interactions can alter the way your body metabolizes the drugs, possibly causing dangerous side effects.
Clarithromycin may cause bloody diarrhea long after you have stopped taking the medication. This eMedTV article lists other important precautions and warnings with clarithromycin, including information on what to tell your doctor before taking this drug.
