Product Description

INTRODUCTION

ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET contains Clarithromycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Macrolide Antibiotics. It is used to treat infections like upper respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis, and sinusitis), lower tract respiratory infections (bronchitis and pneumonia), middle ear infections (acute otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections (impetigo, folliculitis, cellulitis and abscesses), tooth and mouth infections (periapical abscess, periodontitis) as well as in patients with duodenal ulceration and helicobacter pylori infection. ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET is also used to treat mycobacterial infections (disseminated or localized) in adults, children and adolescents above 12 years of age. Before prescribing ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET, your doctor may want you to undergo a few diagnostic tests to determine the exact cause of your infection before starting with ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET. Before taking ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney disorder or have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease, severe heart failure or slowed heart rate. ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with a history of heart rhythm disorders (such as ventricular cardiac arrhythmia, and fast heart rhythm) and patients with long QT syndrome (abnormality in electrocardiogram). If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor for advice before taking. The most common side effect of taking this medicine is stomach pain, headache, diarrhoea and sleeplessness. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the above symptoms worsen with time.

USES OF ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET

Used to treat:

Upper respiratory tract infections
Lower tract respiratory infections
Middle ear infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Tooth and mouth infections
Duodenal ulceration
Helicobacter pylori infections
Mycobacterial infections

HOW ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET WORKS

ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET prevents the growth of bacteria by interfering with its protein synthesis and binds specific proteins present in the bacterial ribosomes, thus stopping the growth of the bacteria inside the body, which helps to reduce the infection and its symptoms.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. For Tablet: Swallow ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET

COMMON

Insomnia (difficult to fall asleep)
Taste disturbances
Headache
Diarrhoea
Vomiting, nausea
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Abnormal liver function results
Excessive sweating

UNCOMMON

Fungal infection (candidiasis)
Vaginal infection
Decrease in white blood cells and neutrophils (neutropenia)
Increase in eosinophils (eosinophilia)
Anorexia, loss of appetite
Restlessness, shaking
Dizziness, sleepiness
Balance disorder
Hearing disorder
Ringing in the ears
Palpitations (fast beating of the heart)
ECG trace changes
Inflammation of the stomach, mouth, and tongue
Bloating, constipation, dry mouth
Burping, wind
Increased liver enzymes activity (alanine transferase)
Malaise (feeling unwell, discomfort)
Asthenia (weakness, lack of energy)
Chest pain
Chills, fatigue

RARE

Stop taking ALICLAIR 250MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

Severe or prolonged diarrhoea, with blood or mucus
Skin rash and irritation
Difficulty breathing, fainting
Swelling of the face, tongue, lips, eyes, and throat
Yellowing of the skin (jaundice)
Tender abdomen, loss of appetite
Pale stools, dark urine
Severe skin reactions with painful blistering of the skin, mouth, lips, eyes, and genitals (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis)
Red, scaly rash with bumps under the skin and blisters
Muscle pain or weakness (rhabdomyolysis)
Severe ulceration of the mouth, lips, and skin associated with illness
Inflammation of the internal organs

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea: Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for treating diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve. Headache: Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume too much alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve. Nausea or Vomiting: Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily-rich or spicy foods. Stomach pain: Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.