Clarific Infusion
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Product introduction
Clarific Infusion is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against some infections seen in people with reduced immunity.
Clarific Infusion 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.
Uses of Clarific Infusion
Benefits of Clarific Infusion
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Clarific Infusion is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include 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. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Clarific Infusion
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 them
Common side effects of Clarific
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Injection site phlebitis
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Abnormal taste
- Dyspepsia
- Taste change
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Sweating
- Swelling
- Rash
How to use Clarific Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Clarific Infusion works
Clarific Infusion 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clarific Infusion.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarific Infusion 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clarific Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Clarific Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clarific Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clarific Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clarific Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clarific Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Clarific Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Clarific Infusion, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Clarific Infusion to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- It is given as a drip under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
- 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.
- 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 Clarific Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Clarific with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause muscle damage. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
Do not consume Simvastatin with Clarithromycin. If Clarithromycin is essential, your d
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ivabradine.
Do not consume Ivabradine with Clarithromycin.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Pimozide with Clarithromycin.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Domperidone with Clarithromycin.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Dronedarone with Clarithromycin.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Clarific Infusion used for?
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.
How does Clarific Infusion work?
Clarific Infusion treats your infection by stopping bacteria from producing important nutrients it needs to survive.
How long does it take for Clarific Infusion to work?
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.
Can Clarific Infusion be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
No, Clarific Infusion should not be used to treat UTIs. Consult your doctor who can prescribe you the exact medication for treating your urinary tract infection.
Can I take an antacid along with Clarific Infusion?
No, it is advisable not to take an antacid along with Clarific Infusion. 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 Clarific Infusion. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.
Will Clarific Infusion affect birth control pills?
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.
I am experiencing nausea and vomiting. Is this due to Clarific Infusion?
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.
What are some of the serious side-effects of Clarific Infusion?
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.
Is clarithromycin the same as amoxicillin?
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.
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Name: Gufic Bioscience Ltd
Address: 37,1st Floor, Kamala Bhavan II, Swami Nityanand Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 069. (INDIA)
Country of origin: India
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