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Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, skin problems such as cellulitis (potentially serious bacterial skin infection, the affected skin appears swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch), and ear infections. Besides this, it is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori. It contains Clarithromycin, which inhibits the growth of bacteria. It may cause some common side effects, such as nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of appetite, bloating, indigestion, headaches and difficulty sleeping. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, skin problems such as cellulitis (potentially serious bacterial skin infection, the affected skin appears swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch), and ear infections. Besides this, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori.

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT contains Clarithromycin (antibiotic). It inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. Thus, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT helps prevent infections.

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT should only be used if your doctor has prescribed it to you. Like all medicines, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT may cause some common side effects like feeling sick (nausea), diarrhoea and being sick (vomiting), losing your appetite, bloating and indigestion, headaches and difficulty sleeping. These side effects are temporary and may get resolve after some time; however, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know about this.

Do not take Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT if allergic to azithromycin, other macrolide antibiotics, or any components present in Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT. Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT isn't normally recommended during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. But your doctor may prescribe it if the benefits of taking it are greater than the risks. Before using the Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT have kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (oesophagitis), lupus disease (an autoimmune disease), or muscle disease (myasthenia gravis).

Uses of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is used in the treatment of Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT are as follows:

  • Treatment of Respiratory Infections: Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is commonly prescribed to treat respiratory infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Skin Infections: Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT effectively treats skin infections like cellulitis or impetigo, caused by bacterial pathogens.
  • Sinusitis: Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is used to manage acute bacterial sinusitis, relieving symptoms like nasal congestion and facial pain caused by bacterial infections.
  • Otitis Media: Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is frequently utilized to treat middle ear infections (otitis media), providing relief from ear pain and inflammation.

Directions for Use

  • Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is a type of macrolide class of antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites (like Balantidium coli and Entamoeba species). It is prescribed for treating various bacterial infections, including chest infections such as pneumonia, skin problems such as cellulitis, and ear infections; on the other hand, It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori). Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is sometimes used by people who have an allergy to penicillin and antibiotics similar to penicillin, such as amoxicillin.

How Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT Works

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT contains Clarithromycin (antibiotic). It inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. Thus, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT helps prevent infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Avoid taking Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT if you are allergic to the medicine or any other components present in it. Iron and antacids (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT and iron supplements and antacids. Besides this, in some cases, the use of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT may cause sensitive skin to sunlight and ultraviolet rays, causing an exaggerated sunburn reaction. Hence, it is advisable to apply sunscreen before going outside. Its use has also been associated with an increased risk of fungal skin infections like vaginal candidiasis (thrush). Tetracycline and Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT can form a stable calcium complex in bone-forming tissue, thereby affecting the growth of fibula bones in young children and bone development in the fetus. Using a Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT with isotretinoin should be avoided as it has been reported to cause pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure inside the brain). Long-term use of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT may affect your blood, kidney, and liver health, so yearly diagnostic tests of these parameters is recommended.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Probiotics and prebiotics can also help to reduce the side effects of antibiotics.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT properly. So, avoid intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT in fighting off infections.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before taking Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT; your doctor will decide whether Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Not enough scientific data available for Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT, hence it is advised to consult your doctor.

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Liver

Caution

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT can be given safely to children above 6 months of age, with the dose to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.

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Heart

Inform your doctor if you have heart disease before using Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT may require dose adjustment in elderly patients based on their condition and medical requirements.

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FAQs

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial infections, including chest infections, skin infections, and ear infections. Besides this, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori.

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT contains Clarithromycin (antibiotic). It inhibits the protein synthesis process required for the growth of the bacterial cell. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. Thus, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT helps in the prevention of infections.

You should avoid taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT. Avoid taking any other antibiotics containing Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT unless your doctor has prescribed you.

Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).

Side-effects are rare with Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT and do not usually last long. They will get better after a day or two. if those side effects persist reach out to the doctor immediately.​

No, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course if very necessary; otherwise, the infection might re-appear in a more severe form.

No, Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT is a macrolide antibiotic. It can be taken by people who are allergic to penicillin with doctor advice only.

After taking antibiotics such as Clarsaf 125mg Tablet DT, some people get thrush, a fungal infection. This is due to the fact that antibiotics kill the regular, harmless bacteria that serve to protect you from thrush.

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