Clarithromycin Prescription Online

Clarithromycin - An Overview

Clarithromycin medication is used to treat infections caused by infectious agents thought to be susceptible to the medication. People who might need a clarithromycin prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe clarithromycin medication, including generic clarithromycin 500 mg and clarithromycin 250 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Clarithromycin Used For?

Clarithromycin prescription medication, previously marketed under the brand name Biaxin, is a medication used to prevent and treat infections strongly suspected or proven to be caused by bacteria susceptible to the medication. Clarithromycin medication, like azithromycin (Z-pak) and erythromycin, belongs to a class of medications known as macrolide antibiotics. Clarithromycin prescription medication is also combined with amoxicillin, lansoprazole (Prevacid), omeprazole (Priolosec) and ranitidine in various combinations as part of treatment for H. pylori infections such as Prevpac. Clarithromycin prescription tablets are thought to work by blocking protein synthesis in targeted bacteria through interference with the 50S ribosomal subunit. Clarithromycin medication has demonstrated efficacy against certain gram positive and gram negative organisms as well as mycobacteria, irrespective of the production of beta-lactamase and may be helpful with the immune response in certain situations.

Clarithromycin - Dosage and Cost

Clarithromycin medication is frequently supplied as clarithromycin 250 mg tablets and clarithromycin 500 mg tablets. Clarithromycin is relatively affordable, costing approximately $1 per clarithromycin 500 mg tablet at many pharmacies in the United States. For people paying out of pocket, clarithromycin coupons are sometimes available online and prescription savings programs may also help people save money on clarithromycin medication. Also, some insurance plans may help pay for costs associated with a clarithromycin prescription, depending on the medical indication, when buying clarithromycin medication at the pharmacy.

The dosing regimen used depends on what clarithromycin is being used to treat, the health characteristics of the patient, and the judgement of the prescribing medical provider. After oral administration, clarithromycin prescription tablets are typically absorbed rapidly, demonstrating a peak at under 3 hours in many people. Steady state clarithromycin levels are typically reached within 8 hours. Clarithromycin is metabolized into 14-OH clarithromycin in the body and penetrates fluids and tissues readily. Generally speaking, clarithromycin tablets should be stored between 20° C and 25° C. Clarithromycin tablets can typically be taken with or without food.

Can I Buy Clarithromycin Online?

Clarithromycin OTC (over the counter) is not available in the United States as clarithromycin is a prescription medication. As a result, one cannot just buy clarithromycin online as the first step to getting clarithromycin tablets is consulting a licensed medical provider. People who might need a clarithromycin prescription, however, can use Push Health to consult a medical provider who can prescribe clarithromycin medication, including generic clarithromycin 500 mg or clarithromycin 250 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Clarithromycin - Side Effects

Clarithromycin prescription medication can cause side effects, and concerns about the use of the medication should be discussed with one's pharmacist and medical provider before using clarithromycin. Side effects that can result from clarithromycin use include stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, abnormal taste, headache and heartburn. Clarithromycin prescription tablets should not be used by people with a history of liver dysfunction. Care should be taken when clarithromycin tablets are prescribed concomitantly with other medications as there are a number of contraindications to using clarithromycin medication with other drugs. Clarithromycin medication can cause QT prolongation and other cardiac dysrhythmias. Clarithromycin and alcohol should not be used together. People with a known hypersensitivity to clarithromycin medication or other macrolide antibiotics should not use clarithromycin prescription tablets.

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