{"product_id":"clarithromycin-500mg-tablets-acute-sinusitis","title":"Clarithromycin 500mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarithromycin 500mg Tablets is a treatment used for acute sinusitis where clinically appropriate. It contains Clarithromycin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarithromycin is an alternative first-choice antibiotic in NICE guidance for adults with penicillin allergy or intolerance where it is clinically suitable. NICE lists 500 mg twice daily for 5 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability depends on your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies, previous treatment and pregnancy or breastfeeding considerations where relevant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Clarithromycin 500mg Tablets exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe treatment schedule for acute sinusitis is: Twice daily. Do not change the dose, frequency or duration unless advised by a clinician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwallow the medicine with water at the times directed. If a dose is missed, follow the patient leaflet and do not double the next dose unless specifically instructed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires review of interacting medicines, cardiac rhythm risk, liver and kidney function where relevant and pregnancy status. Erythromycin is preferred by NICE when a macrolide is needed during pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf symptoms of acute sinusitis worsen, do not respond as expected or you develop a serious reaction, stop and seek appropriate clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarithromycin 500mg Tablets contains Clarithromycin as the main active ingredient or treatment component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact formulation, excipients, device components or inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and pack supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways check the patient information leaflet or product instructions supplied with your specific pack, particularly if you have known allergies or intolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon effects include nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort and taste disturbance. Important interactions and QT-prolongation risk should be reviewed before treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires review of interacting medicines, cardiac rhythm risk, liver and kidney function where relevant and pregnancy status. Erythromycin is preferred by NICE when a macrolide is needed during pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwelling around the eye, double or reduced vision, difficulty moving the eye, severe frontal headache, forehead swelling, neurological symptoms or severe systemic illness requires urgent face-to-face assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop treatment and seek urgent medical help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, collapse or another severe allergic reaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability is confirmed through clinical assessment. Prescription medicine is supplied only where clinically appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53440230195536,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/8106\/5040\/files\/7pill-silver_blister-pack_1.webp?v=1787442383","url":"https:\/\/i-prescribe.co.uk\/products\/clarithromycin-500mg-tablets-acute-sinusitis","provider":"I Prescribe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}