Clarithromycin Tablets 500mg

Zoclar is a brand name for a medication whose active ingredient is clarithromycin. It is a potent and widely used antibiotic that belongs to the macrolide class of drugs.

Clarithromycin works by inhibiting the growth and spread of bacteria. It does this by interfering with the bacteria's ability to produce essential proteins that are required for their survival and multiplication. By binding to the bacterial ribosome, it effectively halts protein synthesis, preventing the bacteria from reproducing and allowing the body's immune system to clear the infection.

Zoclar (clarithromycin) is prescribed to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including:

• Respiratory tract infections: Such as bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, tonsillitis, and pharyngitis.

   

   

• Skin and soft tissue infections: Including cellulitis.

   

   

• Ear infections: Like otitis media.

   

   

• Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection: It is often used in combination with other medications to treat peptic ulcers caused by this bacterium.

   

   

• Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC): An infection that can occur in people with weakened immune systems.

   
   

   

Zoclar is available as an oral tablet, typically in strengths of 250 mg and 500 mg. The dosage and duration of treatment are determined by a doctor based on the type and severity of the infection. It's crucial to follow the prescribed regimen exactly and to complete the full course of treatment, even if you start to feel better. Stopping the medication early can lead to the infection returning and may contribute to the development of antibiotic resistance.

The most common side effects of Zoclar are often gastrointestinal and may include:

• Abdominal pain

   

   

• Nausea and vomiting

   

   

• Diarrhea

   

   

• Headache

   

   

• Changes in taste

   

   

• Indigestion or bloating

   

   

• Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)