CL 500mg Tablet

Short Description

CL 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections, including those of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin, as well as H. pylori-associated peptic ulcer disease.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

CL 500mg Tablet is also effective against some infections, such as MAC (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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. CL 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid CL 500mg Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats, and some types of beer.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Nausea Abnormal taste Indigestion Abdominal pain Headache Vomiting Rash

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with CL 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

CL 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

CL 500mg Tablet 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.

Interacting Medicines

Astemizole Disopyramide Ebastine Lovastatin

CL 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the 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.

Your doctor has prescribed CL 500mg Tablet 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 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 CL 500mg Tablet. 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 CL 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or breathing difficulties while taking it.