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Clarithromycin tablets are a prescription only antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections including bacterial tonsillitis, throat infections, sinus infections, chest infections, and certain skin infections. For tonsillitis, it is prescribed for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over when symptoms are caused by bacteria rather than viruses.
| Medication Name | Clarithromycin 500mg film-coated tablets |
| Active Ingredient | Clarithromycin 500mg per tablet |
| Other Ingredients | Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, povidone, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, propylene glycol, magnesium stearate, and film-coating agents |
| Medication Form | Film-coated tablets |
| Used to Treat | Bacterial tonsillitis and throat infections |
| Who Can Use It | Adults and children aged 12 years and over |
| Prescription Required? | Yes |
| Typical Dosage | 500mg twice daily for 6–14 days (as prescribed) |
| Patient Information Leaflet | View Patient Information Leaflet |
Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria responsible for infection, helping to relieve symptoms such as sore throat, swollen tonsils, pain on swallowing, and fever.
Clarithromycin Tablets are suitable for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over.
Do not take Clarithromycin if you:
Speak to a healthcare professional before use if you:
Do not stop treatment early, as this may cause the infection to return.
Common side effects include:
Uncommon but serious side effects:
Seek medical help immediately if serious side effects occur.
Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 21st June 2026.
