Clarithromycin Topical Pharmacology

Clarithromycin Topical

About Clarithromycin Topical
It is a new macrolide topical antimicrobial drug. It is the most effective macrolide against Haemophilus influenzae, chlamydia trachomaitis and chlamydia pneumoniae.
Mechanism of Action of Clarithromycin Topical
Clarithromycin is a member of macrolide antibiotic.It binds to the 50S sub unit of bacterial ribosome and inhibits translocation.ie:they interfere with the transfer of the newly formed peptide chain from the A site to the P site and fails to expose the A site .So that A site is unable to bind with the next aminoacyl tRNA complex. This leads to premature termination of amino acid chain and there by inhibits protein synthesis.
Pharmacokinets of Clarithromycin Topical
Absorption: Absorption of Clarithromycin after topical application is minimal.
Onset of Action for Clarithromycin Topical
N/A
Duration of Action for Clarithromycin Topical
N/A
Half Life of Clarithromycin Topical
N/A
Side Effects of Clarithromycin Topical
1.Contact allergy
2.Local irritation
Contra-indications of Clarithromycin Topical
1.Hypersensitivity to Clarithromycin and other macrolide
Special Precautions while taking Clarithromycin Topical
1. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, and lips and if medication gets in any of these areas, wash with water
2.Avoid use of medicament to broken or irritated skin
3. Avoid using other topical products on the same area at the same
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Clarithromycin Topical
1.Acne vulgaris
Interactions for Clarithromycin Topical
N/A
Typical Dosage for Clarithromycin Topical
Apply once daily to washed and dried areas for maximum of 15 minutes initially and increase the exposure gradually
Schedule of Clarithromycin Topical
N/A
Storage Requirements for Clarithromycin Topical
Store in a cool dark place. Keep away from heat and moisture.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Clarithromycin Topical
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time to take the next dose then skip the missed dose.

Effects of Overdose of Clarithromycin Topical
Give supportive measures and treatment

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Clarithromycin Topical is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for clarithromycin topical might be better known than clarithromycin topical itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have clarithromycin topical in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for clarithromycin topical.