Clarithromycin for Skin Infections
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- Stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria
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Clarithromycin 500mg film-coated tablets are prescribed for bacterial skin and soft tissue infections, including impetigo, folliculitis, cellulitis and abscesses. They may be prescribed as an alternative if you are allergic to penicillin. Complete a short online consultation to see if this treatment is appropriate for you.
Who Is Clarithromycin for Skin Infections Suitable For?
Suitable for pregnancy?No
Suitable for breastfeeding?No
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Consultation required?Yes
Generic Treatment?Yes
Clarithromycin 500mg tablets - Summary
About Clarithromycin For Skin Infections
What Are Clarithromycin Tablets?
Clarithromycin 500mg for skin infections contain clarithromycin, a type of antibiotic known as a macrolide.
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. Clarithromycin works by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping your body clear the infection.
It is prescribed for infections caused by bacteria that are sensitive to clarithromycin.
Can I Use Clarithromycin 500mg for Skin Infections?
Clarithromycin 500mg can be used to treat certain bacterial skin infections, including impetigo, folliculitis, cellulitis and abscesses. It is usually prescribed if the infection is caused by bacteria that respond to clarithromycin, or if you cannot take penicillin
How Does Clarithromycin 500mg Work for Skin Infections?
Clarithromycin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying. This helps your immune system clear the infection and reduce symptoms such as redness, swelling and pain.
Alternatives to Clarithromycin 500mg for Skin Infections
Treatment depends on the type of infection.
- Flucloxacillin (a penicillin antibiotic) is often used first for many bacterial skin infections. Clarithromycin may be prescribed if you are allergic to penicillin or if penicillin treatment is not suitable.
- Topical antibiotics, such as fusidic acid (Fucidin) or mupirocin (Bactroban), may be used for mild or local infections.
- Antifungal creams, such as clotrimazole, miconazole (Daktarin) or terbinafine, are used for fungal skin infections.
Your prescriber will recommend the most appropriate treatment after assessing your symptoms.
How To Use Clarithromycin 500mg for Skin Infections
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. For severe skin and soft tissue infections, the usual dose for adults is one 500mg tablet twice daily (every 12 hours). Treatment usually lasts 5 to 14 days. Swallow the tablet whole with water, with or without food.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Clarithromycin 500mg (each film-coated tablet contains clarithromycin 500mg)
For the most up-to-date list of ingredients, please check the Patient Information Leaflet inside the box.
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Side Effects
Like all medicines, clarithromycin can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
Common side effects include:
- Headache
- Taste disturbances
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Insomnia
- Excessive sweating
- Abnormal liver function test results
Seek medical help immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction, severe or prolonged diarrhoea, or symptoms of liver problems.
Warnings
Do not take clarithromycin if you are allergic to clarithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics such as erythromycin or azithromycin.
It must not be taken with certain medicines, including ergotamine, oral midazolam, some heart rhythm medicines, lovastatin or simvastatin.
Talk to your prescriber before taking it if you are pregnant, have liver or kidney problems, heart conditions or electrolyte imbalances.
For all warnings and side effects, please see the Patient Information Leaflet.
Clarithromycin For Skin Infections FAQs
How does clarithromycin treat skin infections?
Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause infection. It is used for certain bacterial skin and soft tissue infections.
What antibiotics are good for skin infections?
The best antibiotic depends on the type of skin infection. Flucloxacillin is often used first for many bacterial skin infections. If you are allergic to penicillin, clarithromycin may be prescribed instead. For mild or local infections, topical treatments such as fusidic acid or mupirocin may be suitable.
How long does clarithromycin take to work for a skin infection?
You may start to notice an improvement within a few days, such as reduced redness, swelling or pain. However, it is important to complete the full course of treatment, even if your symptoms improve sooner.
If your symptoms do not start to improve after a few days, or if they get worse, contact your prescriber for advice.
What skin conditions does clarithromycin treat?
Clarithromycin is used to treat certain bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo, infected hair follicles, cellulitis and abscesses.
Can clarithromycin treat eczema?
Clarithromycin does not treat eczema itself. It may only be prescribed if there is a confirmed bacterial skin infection alongside eczema.
Can clarithromycin treat acne?
Clarithromycin is not usually used to treat acne. It is prescribed for certain bacterial skin infections. If you are looking for acne treatment, a prescriber can recommend a more suitable option after an assessment.
What is the best antibiotic for a skin infection?
This depends on the type of bacteria causing the infection and your medical history. First-line treatment for many skin infections is usually a penicillin-type antibiotic, such as flucloxacillin.
Clarithromycin may be prescribed if you are allergic to penicillin, if first-line treatment is not suitable, or if the bacteria are likely to respond better to a macrolide antibiotic. Your prescriber will decide the most appropriate option after assessment.
How to know if a skin infection is bacterial or viral?
It can be difficult to tell the difference yourself. Bacterial skin infections often cause redness, warmth, swelling, pain or pus. Viral infections, such as chickenpox, measles, shingles or herpes simplex, are more likely to cause blisters, a rash or flu-like symptoms.
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