Clarithromycin (500mg)
Crixan 500mg Injection is also effective against some infections (e.g., MAC or Mycobacterium avium complex) seen in people with reduced immunity. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure your infection. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. No antacids should be taken within 2 hours of taking this medicine. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.Common side effects with this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, abnormal taste, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, vomiting, and rash. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Crixan
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Crixan 500mg Injection 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.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Crixan 500mg Injection.
Crixan 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Crixan 500mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Crixan 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Crixan 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crixan 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Crixan 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Crixan 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, throat and sinus, skin infections, and ear infections. It can also be used with other medications to treat stomach ulcers caused by bacteria.
Crixan 500mg Injection treats your infection by stopping bacteria from producing important nutrients it needs to survive.
For most infections, you might start to feel better within a few days. Other infections, like stomach ulcers (due to bacteria) or skin infections, might take a little longer to feel better. It is very important to keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor has prescribed, even if you start to feel better.
No, Crixan 500mg Injection should not be used to treat UTIs. Consult your doctor who can prescribe you the exact medication for treating your urinary tract infection.
No, it is advisable not to take an antacid along with Crixan 500mg Injection. If you have to take an antacid containing aluminum and/or magnesium, make sure that you take it at least 2 hours before or after taking Crixan 500mg Injection. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.
There are no studies confirming the effect of this medicine on birth control pills. However, it is better to consult your doctor who can advise you more on this.
Nausea and vomiting are some of the common side-effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty, and drink plenty of water.
Seek immediate medical help if you get a faster or irregular heartbeat, severe pain in your stomach or back, blood and mucus in stool, dark urine, and stool.
No, although amoxicillin and clarithromycin are both antibiotics, they are not the same. They target different bacteria in your body and can be used for treating different infections. Your doctor will decide which antibiotic is best for you based on your infection and types of symptoms.
