Clerik 500 Tablet

Short Description

Clerik 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Clerik 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease.

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. Clerik 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Nausea Abnormal taste Indigestion Abdominal pain Headache Vomiting Rash

Alcohol Warning

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

Breastfeeding Warning

Clerik 500 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

Clerik 500 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.

Interacting Medicines

Astemizole Disopyramide Ebastine Lovastatin

Clerik 500 Tablet 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.

Your doctor has prescribed Clerik 500 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 to 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 Clerik 500 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 Clerik 500 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. Take Clerik 500 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take Clerik 500 Tablet at a fixed time. Consult your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Consult your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.