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Brand: Biaxin, Biaxin XL, Klacid, Fromilid, Klaricid, Clacid
Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby stopping bacterial growth and reproduction. It is commonly prescribed for infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, skin infections, and certain types of ear infections. It's also effective against *H. pylori*, a bacteria implicated in stomach ulcers.
Used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, skin infections, and ear infections, including infections caused by *H. pylori*.
Outcome:
Increased risk of colchicine toxicity
Mechanism:
Clarithromycin inhibits colchicine metabolism.
Outcome:
Increased digoxin levels
Mechanism:
Clarithromycin may increase digoxin absorption.
Outcome:
Possible hypotension
Mechanism:
Additive vasodilatory effects.
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release formulation for improved patient compliance (Year: 2025, 70% confidence)
Based on increasing resistance patterns, there is a 30% likelihood of new guidelines for clarithromycin use within the next 5 years.
Antibiotic, Macrolide
Macrolide