Youngpoong Clarithromycin Tablet 500 mg

Adult dose

○ Adults : The usual dose of clarithromycin is 250mg (potency) twice daily. For severe infections, administer 500mg (potency) twice daily. The usual duration of treatment is 7～14 days. In patients with renal failure and a creatinine clearance of 30mL/min or less, the dose should be reduced by half. That is, administer 250mg (potency) once daily, or, for severe infections, 250mg (potency) twice daily. Do not administer for more than 14 days to these patients. ○ Mycobacterial infections : Administer 500mg (potency) of this medication twice daily. In this case, it should be administered in combination with other antimycobacterial agents such as ethambutol, clofazimine, or rifampin. ○ Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with duodenal ulcers : For 14 days, administer 500mg (potency) of this medication 3 times daily in combination with omeprazole 40mg once daily, followed by omeprazole 40mg once daily for 14 consecutive days. That is, administer clarithromycin 500mg (potency) 3 times daily for 14 days (days 1～14), and omeprazole 40mg once daily for 28 days (days 1～28).

Child dose

Children aged 12 years and older: same as adults Children under 12 years of age should use clarithromycin dry syrup.

This medication should not be used by patients with allergies to specific ingredients. Patients with hypersensitivity to clarithromycin or similar antibiotics should not be administered this drug. Patients taking certain heart-related medications should avoid concurrent use of this medication due to the risk of cardiac rhythm abnormalities. Patients with severe liver dysfunction or severely impaired kidney function should not use this medication. It is safer for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medication. Patients with central nervous system infections should not use this drug. Patients with genetic disorders sensitive to lactose contained in this medication should also avoid taking it. Patients with weak liver or kidney function should consult a physician before use as dosage adjustments may be necessary. Elderly patients or those with heart disease should use this medication with caution. This medication can cause various side effects; therefore, if symptoms such as rash, difficulty breathing, cardiac irregularities, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or dizziness occur, it is crucial to inform a doctor immediately. There are many drug interactions with this medication, particularly when taken with heart-related drugs, steroids, anticoagulants, specific antifungals, and blood glucose lowering agents. During the course of this medication, regular blood tests or liver function tests as directed by a doctor are recommended. Long-term or high-dose use may result in hearing loss or tinnitus, so it is important to consult healthcare professionals immediately if unusual symptoms arise. Overdose can lead to gastrointestinal disturbances or central nervous system abnormalities, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage. This medication may affect driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised during its use. If persistent diarrhea or abdominal pain occurs during the administration of this medication, it could indicate severe intestinal disease such as pseudomembranous colitis, necessitating immediate consultation with a physician.

Shock, anaphylactic symptoms, dyspnea, seizures, flushing, rash, itching, hives, skin redness, angioedema, joint swelling, drug rash, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, discomfort, flatulence, diarrhea, oral mucosal erosion, upper abdominal pain, thirst, tooth discoloration, pancreatitis, increased amylase, dysgeusia, decreased appetite, constipation, stool discoloration, pseudomembranous colitis, hemorrhagic colitis, fever, cough, chest X-ray abnormalities, eosinophilia, eosinophilic lung infiltration, interstitial pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, acute maxillary sinusitis, eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, agranulocytosis, dizziness, depression, loss of taste, loss of smell, anxiety, insomnia, nightmares, tinnitus, confusion, disorientation, hallucination, psychosis, depersonalization, tremor, numbness, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, allergic purpura, drug rash (DRESS), jaundice, hepatocellular hepatitis, cholestatic hepatitis, increased liver enzymes, liver dysfunction, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, elevated AST, elevated ALT, increased γ-GTP, elevated LDH, increased ALP, elevated total bilirubin, increased serum creatinine, elevated BUN, interstitial nephritis, renal failure, rhabdomyolysis, glossitis, stomatitis, oral candidiasis, QT prolongation, ventricular tachycardia, Torsades de pointes, malaise, headache, taste disturbance, auditory loss, dysesthesia, arthralgia, myalgia, olfactory impairment, hypoglycemia, tinnitus, hearing impairment, purpuric rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), muscle cramping, musculoskeletal rigidity, myopathy, increased serum creatinine, elevated blood urea, renal failure, nephritis, venous phlebitis at the injection site, pain at the injection site, inflammation at the injection site, fever, asthenia, chest pain, chills, fatigue, abnormal albumin-globulin ratio, elevated serum alkaline phosphatase, increased serum lactate dehydrogenase, increased INR, prolonged prothrombin time, abnormal urine color

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a sealed container that blocks light. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This way, the medication’s effectiveness can be well preserved and used safely.

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 200 tablets/bottle