Clarithromycin — Drug Interactions, Alcohol & Pregnancy Guide

Last reviewed: · Source: US FDA drug label database

About Clarithromycin

Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic often used in combination for H. pylori eradication. It is a potent CYP3A4 inhibitor, with many drug interactions. Bitter taste is common.

Also sold as: Klaricid, Biaxin

Drug class Macrolide antibiotic
Used for Chest infections, H. pylori eradication, Skin infections, Lyme disease
Max adult dose 250-500mg twice daily
OTC in UK Prescription only

Clarithromycin and Alcohol

🟡 USE WITH CAUTION

Avoid alcohol with clarithromycin — alcohol impairs your immune response and may worsen nausea and GI side effects.

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Clarithromycin — Drug Combinations

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