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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Maclar Suspension is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It contains Clarithromycin (antibiotic). It inhibits the protein synthesis process required for bacterial cell growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. Thus, it helps prevent infections. Common side effects of Maclar Suspension are feeling sick (nausea), diarrhoea and being sick (vomiting), loss of appetite, bloating and indigestion, headaches and difficulty sleeping.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Maclar Suspension

Maclar Suspension belongs to a group of medicine called macrolide antibiotics derived from Saccharopolyspora erythraea (originally called Streptomyces erythreus), used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Antibiotics inhibit the growth of microorganisms and are given to treat bacterial infections.

Maclar Suspension 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, Maclar Suspension helps in the prevention of infections.

Like all medicines, Maclar Suspension may cause some common side effects, including feeling sick (nausea), diarrhoea and being sick (vomiting), loss of appetite, bloating and indigestion, headaches and difficulty sleeping. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if you notice any of these side effects persist or worsen your child’s condition, inform your doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor about your child's entire medical history. Other drugs or supplements should not be combined with Maclar Suspension unless prescribed by a doctor. Even if your child is feeling better, do not miss any dose and complete the entire course of medication. Stopping the medication too soon may cause the infection to recur or worsen.

Uses of Maclar Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Oral Suspension: Administer the prescribed dose to the child using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper. Shake the bottle well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

Maclar Suspension belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics which is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative, 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).

How Maclar Suspension Works

Maclar Suspension 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, Maclar Suspension helps in the prevention of infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Maclar Suspension

  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Being sick (vomiting)
  • Nausea (feeling sick)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Taste change
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion
  • Abdominal pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)

What if I have taken an overdose of Maclar Suspension

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Maclar Suspension may include severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Before using Maclar Suspension, let your doctor know about all your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications used. Do not use any other drugs or supplements with Maclar Suspension unless prescribed by the doctor. Iron and antacid (like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide) may bind to Maclar Suspension in the gastrointestinal tract, lowering its efficiency. So, a gap of at least 2 hours should be maintained between intake of Maclar Suspension and iron supplements and antacids.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClarithromycinThioridazine
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ClarithromycinLomitapide
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClarithromycinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
Combining Maclar Suspension 30 ml with Thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Thioridazine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
When Lomitapide is taken with Maclar Suspension 30 ml, it can lower the metabolism of Lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Lomitapide can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or discomfort, indigestion, gas, constipation, and liver damage, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Mesoridazine may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Mesoridazine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinDroperidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Droperidol with Maclar Suspension 30 ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Maclar Suspension 30 ml with Droperidol can result in an interaction, it should be taken only if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitation, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClarithromycinErgotamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
When Ergotamine is taken with Maclar Suspension 30 ml, the amount of Ergotamine in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Maclar Suspension 30 ml with Ergotamine can result in an interaction, it should be taken only if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat, severe headache, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClarithromycinPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
Combining Maclar Suspension 30 ml with Pimozide can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Pimozide can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision or nausea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinTerfenadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
When Terfenadine is taken with Maclar Suspension 30 ml, the amount of Terfenadine in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Terfenadine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinAlfuzosin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
When Alfuzosin and Maclar Suspension 30 ml can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure or irregular heart rates.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Maclar Suspension 30 ml with alfuzosin is not recommended as it can result in an interaction; it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, headache, palpitations, or chest discomfort, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClarithromycinQuinidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
When Quinidine is taken with Maclar Suspension 30 ml, can increase the blood levels and effects of Quinidine. This may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maclar Suspension 30 ml and Quinidine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or fast or pounding heartbeats. However, if you experience any symptoms like headache, confusion, vomiting, diarrhea, ringing in the ears, hearing loss, blurred or double vision, or sensitivity to light, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClarithromycinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maclar Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Bepridil with Maclar Suspension 30 ml may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Maclar Suspension 30 ml with Bepridil is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it should be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to give probiotics after taking the full course of Maclar Suspension to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • The BRAT diet (bananas, rice, apple sauce, toast) can help with diarrhoea from antibiotics.
  • Give plenty of water to the child. Staying hydrated is important, especially when you’re child sick.
  • Eating a broad range of plant-based foods such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, pulses and wholegrains helps to build a healthy gut microbiome.
  • Avoid feeding too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks because they may interfere with the functioning of Maclar Suspension.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Maclar Suspension Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Crixan 125 Suspension 30 ml

    4.64per tablet
  • Synclar 125 mg Banana Flavour Dry Syrup 30 ml

    4.64per tablet
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    4.64per tablet
  • Clarinova Dry Syrup 30 ml

    4.53per tablet
  • Bioclar Dry Syrup 30 ml

    4.64per tablet
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Alcohol

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Driving

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if your child has liver problems. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if your child has kidney problems. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Maclar Suspension can be given safely to children. Give this medicine to your child in the doses prescribed by the paediatrician.

FAQs

Maclar Suspension is used to treat Bacterial infections.
Maclar Suspension 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, Maclar Suspension helps in the prevention of infections.
After taking antibiotics such as Maclar Suspension, 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.
Maclar Suspension treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold, or flu.
No, Maclar Suspension is a macrolide antibiotic. It can be taken by people who are allergic to penicillin with a doctor's advice only.
Side effects are rare with Maclar Suspension 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
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