CLARITHROMYCIN
(Biaxin)Standard Prescription
clarithromycin__mg PO Q__H (__mg/kg/day)
Dosages
Children:
7.5 mg/kg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 500 mg/dose
Cystic Fibrosis for Nontuberculous Mycobacteria:
7.5mg/kg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 500 mg/dose
Adults:
250-500 mg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 1 g/24 hr. 500 mg/dose
7.5 mg/kg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 500 mg/dose
Cystic Fibrosis for Nontuberculous Mycobacteria:
7.5mg/kg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 500 mg/dose
Adults:
250-500 mg/dose PO Q12H. Max. 1 g/24 hr. 500 mg/dose
Mechanism of Action
Macrolide antibiotic
Forms Supplied
liquid: 25 mg/mL
tablet: 250 mg, 500 mg
tablet: 250 mg, 500 mg
Comments
Clarithromycin liquid should not be administered through G-tubes as blockage can result
CYP P450 inhibitor; may increase digoxin, cisapride, carbamazepine and other medication levels levels if given concurrently. Check for drug interactions.
May be given with or without meals.
CYP P450 inhibitor; may increase digoxin, cisapride, carbamazepine and other medication levels levels if given concurrently. Check for drug interactions.
May be given with or without meals.
References
6, 44, 610
Last Edited
2022-06-16 01:15:12