Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml

Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml, made by Getz Pharma Ltd, is a macrolide antibiotic. Its active ingredient is Clarithromycin 250mg/5ml, and it is used for chest infections, pneumonia, throat and sinus infections, ear infections, skin infections and H. pylori stomach ulcers. Pack size: claritek syrup 250mg/5ml.

Uses of Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml

Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml is used for bacterial infections of the chest, throat, tonsils, sinuses and ears, and for skin and soft tissue infections. It is also an important part of combination treatment, together with other medicines, to clear Helicobacter pylori, the stomach bacteria linked to peptic ulcers.

How Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml works

Clarithromycin attaches to the part of the bacteria that makes proteins and stops it working, so the bacteria cannot grow or multiply.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml include:

• A metallic or bitter taste in the mouth
• Nausea, diarrhoea or stomach pain
• Headache
• Difficulty sleeping

Get medical help straight away if you notice a fast or irregular heartbeat, yellowing of the skin or eyes, severe diarrhoea, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Precautions and warnings

• Clarithromycin interacts with many medicines, including some cholesterol medicines (statins), blood thinners and heart medicines, so tell your doctor about everything you take.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart rhythm problems or liver or kidney disease.
• Finish the full course your doctor prescribes.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use it only on your doctor’s advice.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and do not use it after the expiry date or the period stated on the label once opened. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml online in Pakistan

Order Claritek Syrup 250mg/5ml from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Clarithromycin by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.