Claribid Granules 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, Claribid Granules is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori.
Claribid Granules 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, Claribid Granules helps prevent infections.
Claribid Granules should only be if your doctor has prescribed you. Claribid Granules should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication, and completing the full course is necessary; otherwise, the infection might re-appear in a more severe form. Like all medicines, Claribid Granules may cause some common side effects, including 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 resolved after some time; however, if this side persists, let your doctor know about this if you notice any sudden wheeziness, tightness in the chest or throat, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body) STOP TAKING your medicine and go to a doctor immediately.
Do not take Claribid Granules if allergic to azithromycin, other macrolide antibiotics, or any components present in Claribid Granules. Claribid Granules 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. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Claribid Granules. Before using the Claribid Granules, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Claribid Granules have kidney problems, liver problems, swollen food pipe (oesophagitis), lupus disease (an autoimmune disease), or muscle disease (myasthenia gravis). Do not drink alcohol with Claribid Granules as it may increase the unpleasant side effects like drowsiness and dizziness.