claromed 250mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is claromed 250mg tablet used for?
Acnesol CL Gel (Clarithromycin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Clarithromycin (250mg), which Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis.. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Clarithromycin
- Manufacturer: Medok Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ claromed 250mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Acne vulgaris
Off-label uses: Bacterial skin infections, Rosacea
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Clarithromycin |
| Brand Name | Acnesol CL Gel |
| Manufacturer | Medok Life Sciences Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Macrolides |
| Route of Administration | Topical |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take claromed 250mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of claromed 250mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Skin irritation
- Dryness
- Peeling
- Redness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Hepatotoxicity
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Cisapride | Major | Increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias |
| Pimozide | Major | Increased risk of QT prolongation |
| Ergotamine | Major | Increased risk of ergotism |
| Lovastatin | Major | Increased risk of rhabdomyolysis |
| Simvastatin | Major | Increased risk of rhabdomyolysis |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| Theophylline | Moderate | Increased theophylline levels |
| Carbamazepine | Moderate | Increased carbamazepine levels |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased digoxin levels |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Zidovudine | Minor | Decreased zidovudine levels |
| Phenytoin | Minor | Altered phenytoin levels |
| Valproate | Minor | Decreased valproate levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Cisapride
- Pimozide
- Ergotamine
- Lovastatin
- Simvastatin
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Theophylline
- Carbamazepine
- Digoxin
- Oral contraceptives
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Zidovudine
- Phenytoin
- Valproate
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions for topical use.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction with topical use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to clarithromycin or macrolides; concurrent use with cisapride, pimozide, ergotamine.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Clinical response; skin irritation.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Topical overdose unlikely; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.