Chromycin Tablet 500mg (Clarithromycin)

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 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 in these patients. ○ Mycobacterial infections: Administer 500mg (potency) of this medicine twice daily. In this case, it must be administered in combination with other antimycobacterial agents such as ethambutol, clofazimine, and rifampin. ○ Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients with duodenal ulcers: For 14 days, administer 500mg (potency) of this medicine 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) per dose 3 times daily for 14 days (1～14 days), and omeprazole 40mg once daily for 28 days (1～28 days).

Child dose

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

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. First, patients who are allergic to any components of this medication or have had hypersensitivity reactions to similar antibiotics should not use it. Additionally, it is prohibited for patients with specific heart diseases, severely impaired liver and kidney function, and for pregnant or breastfeeding women. This medication may cause arrhythmias or serious side effects if taken with certain drugs, so any current medications should be disclosed to the doctor or pharmacist. Caution is required when administering this medication to patients with reduced liver or kidney function, elderly patients, or those with heart diseases, and dosage adjustments may be necessary. Various side effects such as allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, skin rashes, central nervous system effects may occur; any abnormal symptoms should be reported to healthcare providers immediately. Furthermore, this medication can alter the intestinal microbiota, potentially leading to diarrhea or severe colitis. If diarrhea persists for an extended period or abdominal pain worsens, discontinuation and appropriate treatment should be sought immediately. Regular blood tests and checks on liver and kidney function are important during the use of this medication to monitor for anomalies. In case of overdose, gastrointestinal disturbances and neurological symptoms may arise, so it's crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and seek medical attention immediately in case of excessive intake. Lastly, this medication is not to be administered to patients with specific genetic metabolic disorders, and caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery as dizziness or confusion may occur during use.

• Shock
• anaphylactic symptoms
• dyspnea
• convulsion
• erythema
• rash
• pruritus
• urticaria
• skin erythema
• angioedema

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is advisable to keep it in a cool place with low humidity and shielded from light, specifically at temperatures between 15 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle