Clarigard 500 Tablet

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Composition FOR Clarigard 500mg Tablet

Clarithromycin(500mg)

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Clarigard 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Clarigard 500 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Clarigard 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarigard 500 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarigard 500 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Clarigard 500mg Tablet

Clarithromycin(500mg)

Clarigard tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

How clarigard tablet works

Clarigard 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Common side effects of clarigard tablet

Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Taste change, Rash, Abnormal liver function tests

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Expert advice FOR Clarigard Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Clarithromycin to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Clarithromycin.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Clarithromycin and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Frequently asked questions FOR Clarigard 500mg Tablet

Clarithromycin

Q. Can the use of Clarigard 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Clarigard 500 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. How long does Clarigard 500 Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Clarigard 500 Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Clarigard 500 Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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Q. Can the use of Clarigard 500 Tablet cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Clarigard 500 Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

Content on this page was last updated on 17 January, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)