Active substanceClarithromycinClarithromycin
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  • Dosage form: & nbspfilm-coated tablets
    Composition:

    1 tablet, film-coated, contains:

    active substance: clarithromycin 250 mg or 500 mg;

    Excipients: cellulose microcrystalline 63 mg / 126 mg, silicon dioxide colloid 4 mg / 8 mg, corn starch 38 mg / 76 mg, povidone 5 mg / 10 mg, stearic acid 4 mg / 8 mg, croscarmellose sodium 16 mg / 32 mg, talcum powder 16 mg / 32 mg, magnesium stearate 2 mg / 4 mg;

    composition of the tablet shell: hypromellose 8 mg / 16 mg, propylene glycol 0.84 mg / 1.68 mg, sorbitan oleate 0.67 mg / 1.34 mg, titanium dioxide (E171) 2.8 mg / 5.6 mg, dye quinoline yellow (E104 ) 0.67 mg / 1.34 mg, vanillin 0.3 mg / 0.6 mg.

    Description:

    Dosage 250 mg: dvoyakovyuklukye tablets of the oval form, covered with a film sheath, yellow color, with engraving "NC250" on one side.

    Dosage 500 mg: biconvex oval tablet, film-coated, yellow, engraved "NB500" on one side.

    Pharmacotherapeutic group:Antibiotic-macrolide
    ATX: & nbsp

    J.01.F.A.09   Clarithromycin

    Pharmacodynamics:

    Semisynthetic macrolide antibiotic of broad spectrum of action. It breaks the synthesis of proteins of microorganisms (binds to the 50S subunit of the ribosome membrane of a microbial cell). It acts on extra- and intracellularly located microorganisms. The activity of clarithromycin against most strains of the following microorganisms is proved as in vitro, and in clinical practice:

    - aerobic Gram-positive microorganisms: Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes;

    - aerobic gram-negative microorganisms: Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Legionella pneumophila;

    - other microorganisms: Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae (TWAR - Taiwan Acute Respiratory Agent);

    - mycobacteria: Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) - complex including: Mycobacterium avium, Mycobacterium intracellulare.

    Clarithromycin exerts its action in vitro and for most strains of the following microorganisms:

    - aerobic Gram-positive microorganisms: Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus spp. groups C,F, G, Streptococcus spp. groups Viridans, Listeria monocytogenes;

    - aerobic gram-negative microorganisms: Bordetella pertussis, Pasteurella multocida, Neisseria gonorrhoeae;

    - anaerobic Gram-positive microorganisms: Clostridium perfringens, Peptococcus niger, Propionibacterium acnes;

    - anaerobic gram-negative microorganisms: Bacteroides melaninogenicus;

    - spirochetes: Borrelia burgdorferi, Treponema pallidum;

    - mycobacteria: Mycobacterium leprae, Mycobacterium kansasii, Mycobacterium chelonae, Mycobacterium fortuitum;

    - Campylobacteria: Campylobacter jejuni.

    Microbiologically active metabolite of clarithromycin in the human body - 14 (R) -hydroxyclamirithromycin.The microbiological activity of the metabolite is the same as that of the starting material, or 1-2 times weaker in respect of most microorganisms. Clarithromycin and its metabolite in combination can have both additive and synergistic effects on Haemophilus influenzae in conditions in vitro and in vivo, depending on the strain of the bacteria.

    The production of beta-lactamase does not affect the activity of clarithromycin.

    Most strains of staphylococci, resistant to methicillin and oxacillin, are resistant to clarithromycin. It is possible to develop cross-resistance to clarithromycin and other antibiotics of the macrolide group, as well as to lincomycin and clindamycin.

    Clarithromycin insensitive Enterobacteriaceae spp., Pseudomonas spp., as well as other gram-negative bacteria that do not ferment lactose.

    Pharmacokinetics:

    Clarithromycin is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Food slows down absorption, without significantly affecting bioavailability. Bioavailability of tablets 250 mg - 50%. After a single dose, 2 peaks of maximum concentration (Cmah) in the blood plasma. The second peak is due to the ability of the drug to accumulate in the gallbladder, followed by a gradual or rapid intake into the intestine and absorption. Time to reach the maximum concentration (TCmah) in the blood plasma with the intake of 250 mg - 2-3 hours.

    With repeated intake of a dose of cumulation drug is not found, and the nature of metabolism in the human body does not change.

    Clarithromycin is accumulated in therapeutic concentrations in the lungs, skin and soft tissues (concentrations 10 times higher than serum). After oral administration, the concentration of clarithromycin in the cerebrospinal fluid remains low (in patients with intact blood-brain barrier is 1-2% of the concentration in the blood plasma).

    Clarithromycin binds to plasma proteins by 70% at a concentration of 0.45 μg / ml to 4.5 μg / ml. At a concentration of 45 μg / ml, binding is reduced to 41%, probably as a result of saturation of binding sites. This is observed only at concentrations many times greater than the therapeutic concentration.

    After oral administration of 20-30% of the accepted dose of clarithromycin is rapidly hydroxylated in the liver by cytochrome - CYP3A4, CYP3A5 and CYP3A7 with formation of the main metabolite - 14 (R) -hydroxyclamirithromycin. Clarithromycin is an inhibitor of isoenzymes CYP3A4, CYP3A5 and CYP3A7. With a regular intake of 250 mg per day, the equilibrium concentration (Css) unchanged drug and its main metabolite - 1 μg / ml and 0.6 μg / ml, respectively; half-life (T1/2) - 3-4 hours and 5-6 hours respectively. When the dose is increased to 500 mg / day, the equilibrium concentration (Css) of the unchanged drug and its metabolite in the blood plasma - 2.7-2.9 μg / ml and 0.83-0.88 μg / ml, respectively; half-life (T1/2) - 4.8-5 hours and 6.9-8.7 hours respectively. At equilibrium, the concentration of 14 (R) -hydroxyclarithromycin does not increase in proportion to the doses of clarithromycin, and the half-lives of clarithromycin and its main metabolite increase with increasing doses. The nonlinear character of the pharmacokinetics of clarithromycin is associated with a decrease in the formation of 14 (R) -hydroxylated and N-detylated metabolites when higher doses are used, which indicates the non-linearity of clarithromycin metabolism when taking high doses.

    Displayed clarithromycin kidney and intestines (20-30% - in unchanged form, the rest - in the form of metabolites). With a single admission of 250 mg and 1200 mg of kidneys, 37.9% and 46%, intestine - 0.2% and 29.1%, respectively.

    Dysfunction of the liver

    In patients with moderate and severe impairment of liver function, but with preserved renal function, no correction of the dose of clarithromycin is required.The equilibrium concentration in the blood plasma and the systemic clearance of clarithromycin do not differ from these parameters in healthy patients. The equilibrium concentration is 14 (R) -hydroxyclarithromycin in people with impaired liver function is lower than in healthy people.

    Renal impairment

    If the renal function is impaired, the minimum and maximum concentrations of clarithromycin in the blood plasma increase, the half-life, the area under the concentration-time curve of clarithromycin and 14 (R) -hydroxyclamirithromycin. The elimination constant and excretion by the kidneys decrease. The degree of changes in these parameters depends on the degree of impaired renal function.

    HIV infection

    The equilibrium concentration (Css) clarithromycin and 14 (R) -hydroxyclarithromycin in patients with HIV infection who received clarithromycin in usual doses (500 mg twice a day) were similar to those in healthy people. However, when using clarithromycin at higher doses, which may be required for the treatment of mycobacterial infections, the concentrations of antibiotic can significantly exceed the usual ones. In patients with HIV infection who took clarithromycin in a dose of 1000 mg / day and 2000 mg / day in 2 divided doses, the maximum equilibrium concentration was usually 2-4 μg / ml and 5-10 μg / ml, respectively. When the drug was administered at higher doses, the half-life was elongated (T1/2) in comparison with that of healthy people who received clarithromycin in usual doses.

    Indications:

    Infectious and inflammatory diseases caused by microorganisms sensitive to clarithromycin.

    Adults:

    - infections of the lower respiratory tract (such as exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia);

    - infections of the upper respiratory tract and ENT organs (such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, acute sinusitis);

    - uncomplicated infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (such as folliculitis, erysipelas);

    - prevention, and treatment of disseminated infection caused by Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare;

    - in combination with amoxicillin and omeprazole / lansoprazole in the form of triple, therapy for infections caused by Helicobacter pylori, including duodenal ulcer;

    - in combination with omeprazole or ranitidine and bismuth citrate in the form of dual therapy for the treatment of acute ulcer of duodenal ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori.

    Children over 12 years of age:

    - lower respiratory tract infections (such as community-acquired pneumonia);

    - infections of the upper respiratory tract and ENT organs (such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, acute sinusitis);

    - acute otitis media;

    - uncomplicated infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue;

    - prevention and treatment of disseminated infection caused by Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare.

    Contraindications:

    - Hypersensitivity to clarithromycin or any other component of the drug;

    - simultaneous reception of clarithromycin with the following drugs: astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, terfenadine, ergotamine and other ergot alkaloids, midazolam (for oral administration), alprazolam, triazolam;

    - porphyria;

    - children's age (up to 12 years) or body weight less than 33 kg;

    - I trimester of pregnancy;

    - lactation period.

    Carefully:

    Hepatic and / or renal failure (creatinine clearance more than 30 ml / min), myasthenia gravis gravis, simultaneous reception of drugs metabolized by the liver (it is recommended to measure their concentration in the blood), simultaneous reception of colchicine, pregnancy.

    Pregnancy and lactation:

    Clarithromycin can be used in the II and III trimesters of pregnancy only in those cases when the expected benefit for the mother exceeds the potential risk for the fetus.

    If it is necessary to use the drug during lactation, it is necessary to interrupt breastfeeding.

    Dosing and Administration:

    Inside, taken regardless of food intake.

    Adults:

    With pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by S. pyogenes: 250 mg daily for 10 days every 12 hours.

    In acute sinusitis: 500 mg for 14 days every 12 hours.

    With exacerbation of chronic bronchitis caused by H. influenzae: 500 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours; caused by H. parainfluenzae: 500 mg for 7 days every 12 hours; caused by M. catarrhalis, S. pneumoniae: 250 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours.

    With community-acquired pneumonia caused by H. influenzae: 250 mg daily for 7 days every 12 hours; caused by S. pneumoniae, S. pneumoniae, M. pneumoniae: for 250 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours.

    In uncomplicated infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue caused by S. aureus, S. pyogenes: 250 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours.

    For the purpose of eradication Helicobacter pylori in combination with other medicines:

    - clarithromycin - 500 mg, lansoprazole - 30 mg and amoxicillin - 1000 mg, all medicines twice a day for 10-14 days;

    - clarithromycin - 500 mg, omeprazole - 20 mg and amoxicillin -1000 mg, all medicines twice a day for 10 days;

    - clarithromycin - 500 mg 3 times a day, omeprazole 40 mg once a day for 14 days, with the appointment of omeprazole for the next 14 days at a dose of 20 mg / day.

    Children over 12 years of age and weighing more than 33 kg:

    With pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by S. pyogenes: 250 mg daily for 10 days every 12 hours.

    In acute sinusitis: 500 mg for 14 days every 12 hours.

    With community-acquired pneumonia caused by H. influenzae: 250 mg daily for 7 days every 12 hours; caused by S. pneumoniae, C. pneumoniae, M. pneumoniae: 250 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours.

    In uncomplicated infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissue caused by S. aureus, S. pyogenes: 250 mg for 7-14 days every 12 hours.

    For the prevention and treatment of disseminated infection caused by Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare prescribe inside tablets of 500 mg 2 times a day. The maximum daily dose is 1000 mg. Duration of treatment - 6 months or more.

    Patients with creatinine clearance less than 30 ml / min appoint half of the usual dose of clarithromycin, that is 250 mg once a day or, for more severe infections, 250 mg twice a day. Treatment of such patients continues no more than 14 days.

    Side effects:

    Very frequent - 10 %; frequent - 1% and <10%; infrequent - 0.1% and <1%; rare - ≥0.01% and <0.1%; very rare - <0.01%.

    From the nervous system: headache, dizziness, anxiety, insomnia, "nightmarish" dreams, convulsions, depression, disorientation, hallucinations, psychosis, depersonalization, confusion.

    From the hematopoiesis: rarely - thrombocytopenia (unusual bleeding, hemorrhage).

    From the side of the cardiovascular system: ventricular tachycardia, including the type of "pirouette", flutter and fibrillation of the ventricles, prolongation of the QT interval on the electrocardiogram (ECG).

    From the sense organs: noise, ringing in the ears, change in taste (dysgeusia), in isolated cases - hearing loss that occurs after drug withdrawal, impaired sense of smell.

    From the digestive system: dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, gastralgia, diarrhea, stomatitis, glossitis, candidiasis of the oral mucosa, discoloration of the tongue and teeth, acute pancreatitis, increased activity of "liver" transaminases, hepatocellular and cholestatic hepatitis, cholestatic jaundice; rarely - pseudomembranous colitis, hepatic insufficiency with a lethal outcome mainly on the background of severe co-morbidities and / or concomitant drug therapy.

    From the musculoskeletal system: myalgia.

    From the side of the urinary system: interstitial nephritis.

    Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching, urticaria, skin hyperemia, malignant exudative erythema (Stevens-Johnson syndrome) toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylactic reactions.

    Laboratory indicators: leukopenia, hypercreatininaemia, hypoglycemia (including with the simultaneous use of hypoglycemic drugs).

    Other: secondary infections (development of resistance of microorganisms).

    Overdose:

    Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, confusion.

    Treatment: gastric lavage, later carry out symptomatic therapy. Clarithromycin is not removed by hemo- or peritoneal dialysis.

    Interaction:

    When prescribing a drug, consideration should be given to the possibility of developing cross-resistance between clarithromycin and other drugs of the macrolide group, such as lincomycin and clindamycin.

    The use of the following drugs simultaneously with clarithromycin is contraindicated in connection with the possibility of developing serious side effects

    Cisapride, pimozide

    With simultaneous use with clarithromycin, there are possible: increased cisapride concentration in the blood plasma, an increase in the QT interval on the ECG, arrhythmia, ventricular tachycardia, fibrillation and fluttering and fibrillation of the ventricles.

    Terfenadine, astemizole

    With simultaneous use with clarithromycin, there are possible: an increase in the concentration of terfenadine and astemizole in the blood plasma, arrhythmia, an increase in the QT interval on the ECG, ventricular tachycardia, fibrillation and fluttering and fibrillation of the ventricles.

    Ergotamine, dihydroergotamine

    With simultaneous application with clarithromycin, the following side effects associated with acute poisoning with drugs of the ergotamine group can be developed: vascular spasm, ischemia of limbs and other tissues, including the central nervous system.

    The effect of other drugs on clarithromycin

    The following drugs have a proven or suspected effect on the concentration of clarithromycin; In the case of their simultaneous use with clarithromycin, dose adjustments or alternate treatment may be required.

    Efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin, rifapentin

    Strong inductors of the cytochrome P450 system, such as efavirenz, nevirapine, rifampicin, rifabutin and rifapentin can: accelerate the metabolism of clarithromycin and thus reduce the concentration of clarithromycin in the blood plasma and weaken the therapeutic effect,and at the same time increase the concentration of 14 (R) -hydroxyclarithromycin in blood plasma - a metabolite, also being microbiologically active.

    Ritonavir

    With the simultaneous administration of ritonavir, the metabolism of clarithromycin is significantly slowed down. The maximum concentration (CmOh) clarithromycin in blood plasma increased by 31%, the minimum concentration (Cmin) - by 182%, the area under the curve "concentration-time" (AUC) - by 77%. There is a significant slowdown in the formation of 14 (R) -hydroxyclaryl thromycin. In this case, in patients without impaired renal function, there is no need to adjust the dose of clarithromycin. In patients with renal insufficiency it is advisable to consider the following options for dose adjustment: with creatinine clearance of 30-60 ml / min, the dose of clarithromycin should be reduced by 50% to a maximum dose of 500 mg (1 film-coated tablet) once a day. Patients with severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance less than 30 ml / min) should not take the drug due to the inability to adequately correct (reduce) the dose. When taking ritonavir should not simultaneously prescribe a dosage of clarithromycin more than 1000 mg per day.

    Action of clarithromycin on other drugs

    Quinidine, disopyramide

    Possible development of tachycardia such as "pirouette" with the simultaneous use of clarithromycin and quinidine or disopyramide. When taking clarithromycin concomitantly with these drugs, ECG monitoring should be performed regularly to increase the QT interval, and the concentrations of these drugs should be monitored in blood plasma.

    Interactions caused by cytochrome P450 (CYP3A)

    Simultaneous reception of clarithromycin with drugs metabolized with the participation of cytochrome P450 (CYP3A), can lead to an increase in their concentrations in the blood plasma, which can enhance or prolong both the therapeutic and side effects. Clarithromycin caution should be given to patients receiving drugs that are substrates of isoenzymes CYP3A, especially if the substrate of isoenzymes CYP3A has a narrow therapeutic range (for example, carbamazepine), and / or is extensively metabolized by these enzymes. If necessary, a dose adjustment of the drug taken concomitantly with clarithromycin should be performed. Also, the concentration of drugs in the blood plasma, primarily metabolized by isoenzymes CYP3A. Metabolism of the following drugs / classes is carried out by the same isoenzymes CYP3A, as the metabolism of clarithromycin: alprazolam, astemizole, carbamazepine, cilostazol, cisapride, ciclosporin, disopyramide, ergot alkaloids, lovastatin, methylprednisolone, midazolam, omeprazole, oral anticoagulants (for example, warfarin), pimozide, quinidine, rifabutin, sildenafil, simvastatin, tacrolimus, terfenadine, triazolam and vinblastine. To drugs interacting in a similar way through other isoenzymes within the cytochrome P450 system, phenytoin, theophylline and valproic acid.

    Hydromethylglutaryl-CoA (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors

    Like other macrolides, clarithromycin increases concentrations of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (lovastatin, simvastatin) in the blood plasma. Rare cases of rhabdomyolysis in patients taking these drugs concomitantly with clarithromycin are described.

    Omeprazole

    With the simultaneous use of clarithromycin and omeprazole, an increase in the maximum concentration (CmOh) in blood plasma, the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) and the half-life (T1/2) of omeprazole by 30%, 89% and 34%, respectively. The average pH in the stomach for 24 hours was 5.2 with only omeprazole and 5.7 with omeprazole together with clarithromycin.

    Oral anticoagulants

    It is possible to enhance the effect of oral anticoagulants. If patients simultaneously receive clarithromycin and oral anticoagulants, prothrombin time should be carefully monitored.

    Sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil

    Each of these inhibitors of phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) is metabolized, at least in part, with the participation of CYP3A isoenzymes. At the same time, CYP3A isoenzymes can be inhibited in the presence of clarithromycin. The combined use of clarithromycin with PDE5 inhibitors can lead to an increase in the inhibitory effect on PDE-5. When using these drugs, you should jointly consider the possibility of reducing the dose of sildenafil, tadalafil or vardenafil.

    Theophylline, carbamazepine

    It is possible to increase the concentration of theophylline or carbamazepine in blood plasma with simultaneous reception with clarithromycin.

    Triazolobenzodiazepines (alprazolam, midazolam, triazolam)

    With simultaneous use of midazolam and clarithromycin (500 mg, 2 times per day) showed an increase in the area under the curve "concentration-time" (AUC) midazolam: 2.7 times after intravenous injection of midazolam and 7 times - after oral administration. It is necessary to avoid simultaneous oral administration of midazolam and clarithromycin. If intravenous administration of midazolam is simultaneously assigned clarithromycin, the patient's condition should be carefully monitored for possible dose adjustment. The same precautions should also be applied to other benzodiazepines that are metabolized by CYP3A isoenzymes, including triazolam and alprazolam. For benzodiazepines, the removal of which does not depend on CYP3A isozymes (temazepam, nitrazepam, lorazepam), clinically significant interaction with clarithromycin is unlikely.

    With the simultaneous use of clarithromycin and triazolam, it is possible to influence the central nervous system, for example: drowsiness and confusion.

    Interaction with other drugs

    Colchicine

    Colchicine is a substrate for both the CYP3A isoenzymes and the carrier protein responsible for excretion of the drug, P-glycoprotein. Clarithromycin and other macrolides inhibit the isoenzymes CYP3A and P-glycoprotein.With concurrent administration of clarithromycin and colchicine, inhibition of the P-glycoprotein and / or isoenzymes CYP3A can lead to an enhanced colchicine effect. It is necessary to monitor the possible development of clinical symptoms of colchicine intoxication, especially in elderly patients.

    Digoxin

    With concurrent administration of clarithromycin and digoxin, inhibition of the P-glycopeptide with clarithromycin may lead to an increase in the action of digoxin. Joint reception of digoxin and clarithromycin can also lead to an increase in the concentration of digoxin in the blood plasma, to the development of clinical symptoms of digoxin poisoning, including potentially fatal arrhythmias. With concurrent administration of clarithromycin and digoxin, the concentration of digoxin in the blood plasma should be carefully monitored.

    Zidovudine

    Simultaneous oral administration of clarithromycin and zidovudine by adult HIV-infected patients may lead to a decrease in the equilibrium concentration of zidovudine. Because the clarithromycin affects the absorption of zidovudine, taking these two drugs should be separated in time.

    Bi-directional drug interactions

    Atazanavir

    Clarithromycin and atazanavir are substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A isoenzymes. Simultaneous use of clarithromycin (500 mg twice daily) and atazanavir (400 mg once a day) may increase the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) of atazanavir by 28%, a twofold increase in the area under the concentration-time curve "(AUC) of clarithromycin, a decrease in the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) of 14 (R) -hydroxyclamirithromycin by 70%. Due to the wide therapeutic range of clarithromycin in patients with normal renal function, a dose reduction is not required. In patients with moderate renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance 30-60 ml / min), the dose of clarithromycin should be reduced by 50%. Clarithromycin in doses exceeding 1000 mg per day, can not be administered simultaneously with protease inhibitors.

    Itraconazole

    Clarithromycin and itraconazole are substrates and inhibitors of isoenzymes CYP3A. Clarithromycin can increase the concentration of itraconazole in the blood plasma, while itraconazole can increase the concentration of clarithromycin. Patients simultaneously taking itraconazole and clarithromycin, should be carefully examined for symptomsenhance or prolong the duration of the pharmacological effects of these drugs.

    Saquinavir

    Clarithromycin and saquinavir are substrates and inhibitors of isoenzymes CYP3A. The simultaneous use of clarithromycin (500 mg twice daily) and saquinavir (in soft gelatin capsules, 1200 mg 3 times a day) can cause an increase in the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) and maximum concentration (CmOh) in the plasma of saquinavir by 177% and 187%, respectively, compared with the administration of saquinovir alone. The values ​​of the area under the "concentration-time" curve (AUC) and maximum concentration (CmOh) in the blood plasma of clarithromycin were approximately 40% higher than when taking clarithromycin alone. If these two drugs are used together for a limited time, the dosage indicated above should not be adjusted. The results of a study of drug interactions using saquinavir in soft gelatin capsules may not correspond to the effects observed with saquinavir in hard gelatin capsules. The results of the study of drug interactions in the isolated use of saquinavir may not correspond to the effects observed with saquinavir / ritonavir therapy.When taking saquinavir concomitantly with ritonavir, the potential effect of ritonavir on clarithromycin.

    Verapamil

    With simultaneous reception with clarithromycin, it is possible: lowering blood pressure, bradyarrhythmia and lactic acidosis.

    Special instructions:

    In the event of, during or after treatment of severe and prolonged diarrhea, the diagnosis of pseudomembranous colitis should be deleted, which requires immediate discontinuation of the drug and the appointment of appropriate treatment.

    When developing a secondary infection, adequate therapy should be prescribed.

    Clarithromycin is administered with caution in the presence of drugs metabolized by the liver (see Interactions with Other Drugs).

    With the combined use of clarithromycin with indirect anticoagulants (including warfarin), prothrombin time should be monitored.

    In the presence of chronic liver diseases, it is necessary to regularly monitor the activity of enzymes in the blood plasma.

    Patients with impaired liver function of mild to moderate severity do not need to reduce the dose of the drug if the kidney function is normal.

    Effect on the ability to drive transp. cf. and fur:

    During the treatment period, care must be taken when driving vehicles and engaging in other potentially hazardous activities, taking into account possible side effects from the central nervous system. The drug has no effect on the rate of psychomotor reactions.

    Form release / dosage:

    Film coated tablets, 250 mg and 500 mg.

    Packaging:

    For 14 tablets in a blister of PVC-PVDH film / aluminum foil.

    For 1, 2 blisters together with instructions for use are placed in a cardboard box.

    Storage conditions:

    In dry, dark place at a temperature of 15 ° C to 30 ° C.

    Keep out of the reach of children.

    Shelf life:

    3 years.

    Do not use after the expiration date.

    Terms of leave from pharmacies:On prescription
    Registration number:LP-001054
    Date of registration:24.10.2011 / 10.11.2014
    Expiration Date:24.10.2016
    The owner of the registration certificate:M.Biotek LimitedM.Biotek Limited United Kingdom
    Manufacturer: & nbsp
    Representation: & nbspSharan Pharma, LLCSharan Pharma, LLC
    Information update date: & nbsp12.02.2017
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