Clarithromycin

Each year, many individuals experience respiratory or skin infections, which can often be treated with a course of antibiotics. Clarithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections that may affect your ears, lungs, chest, and throat. It is also effective for treating skin infections.

By focusing on certain bacteria to either eliminate them or prevent them from multiplying, this should help improve your symptoms and overall health. The dosage varies based on how severe your infection is. Our clinician will advise you on the right dose and how frequently to take it to ensure it works best for you.

Macrolide antibiotics, such as Clarithromycin, stop bacteria from growing by preventing them from producing essential proteins needed for their survival. At higher doses, these antibiotics can also kill bacteria, making them a highly effective choice for treating bacterial infections.

Clarithromycin is often prescribed for tonsillitis, which is an infection of the tonsils at the back of your throat. This can make it difficult to eat or swallow and may cause a fever. It's also used for skin infections such as impetigo or when eczema becomes infected.

Clarithromycin comes in two different strengths: 250mg and 500mg. The dose that's right for you depends on the type of infection you have, how severe your symptoms are, and your personal health history.

There are various types of antibiotics available to treat a broad spectrum of infections. Clarithromycin is a type of antibiotic known as a 'macrolide.' Some of the most common antibiotics in this group are erythromycin and azithromycin, which can be used to treat similar conditions.

One usual side effect of macrolide antibiotics is diarrhoea. However, Clarithromycin is less likely to cause diarrhoea compared to other macrolides like erythromycin.

Clarithromycin can be given instead of penicillin because it can effectively kill some of the same bacteria that penicillin targets.

If you're allergic to penicillin, your doctor might prescribe Clarithromycin as an alternative.

The dose of Clarithromycin you'll be given will depend on how severe your condition is, as well as your medical history and needs. For respiratory and skin infections, it's common to take 250mg twice a day. However, for more serious infections, a higher dose of 500mg might be needed.

Yes, you need a prescription from a clinician to obtain any antibiotics. If you're prescribed an antibiotic, it's crucial to finish the entire course to properly treat your infection and help prevent antibiotic resistance.

We make getting your prescription medicines straightforward and hassle-free. Have a chat with us about your health, and our expert team will suggest personalised treatments they believe are best for you.

Your selected treatment will be delivered quickly and discreetly. We'll check in with you after you've started using it to ensure everything is going smoothly.