API

Clarithromycin

Drug classification

Dosage form

Modified-Release Tablet

API strength per dosage

500 mg

Dose

Mechanism of action

Clarithromycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, blocking peptidyl transferase activity and interfering with amino acid translocation, thereby inhibiting bacterial growth.

Indications

Side effects

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications