Clarituff Infusion

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 29 Sep 2025 | 12:26 PM (IST)

Clarituff Infusion is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against some infections seen in people with reduced immunity.

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General Information

Contains

Clarithromycin (500mg)

Marketer

Fab Critical Care

Storage

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Product introduction

Clarituff Infusion is also effective against some infections (e.g., MAC or Mycobacterium avium complex) seen in people with reduced immunity. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure your infection. This medicine is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. No antacids should be taken within 2 hours of taking this medicine. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Common side effects with this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, abnormal taste, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, vomiting, and rash. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Clarituff Infusion

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Clarituff Infusion

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Clarituff Infusion is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Clarituff Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Clarituff

Sweating
Swelling
Rash
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Injection site phlebitis
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Abnormal taste
Dyspepsia
Taste change
Abnormal liver function tests
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How to use Clarituff Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Clarituff Infusion works

Clarituff Infusion is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

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For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Clarituff Infusion to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
It is given as a drip under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Clarituff Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clarituff Infusion.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Clarituff Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Clarituff Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Clarituff Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Clarituff Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clarituff Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Clarituff Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clarituff Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Clarituff with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Do not consume Pimozide with Clarithromycin.

Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Domperidone with Clarithromycin.

Life-threatening

Simvastatin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Simvastatin with Clarithromycin. If Clarithromycin is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Simvastatin. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.

Life-threatening

Ivabradine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ivabradine with Clarithromycin. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ivabradine.

Life-threatening

Dronedarone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Dronedarone with Clarithromycin.

Frequently asked questions

What is Clarituff Infusion used for?

This medicine is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, throat and sinus, skin infections, and ear infections. It can also be used with other medications to treat stomach ulcers caused by bacteria.

How does Clarituff Infusion work?

Clarituff Infusion treats your infection by stopping bacteria from producing important nutrients it needs to survive.

How long does it take for Clarituff Infusion to work?

For most infections, you might start to feel better within a few days. Other infections, like stomach ulcers (due to bacteria) or skin infections, might take a little longer to feel better. It is very important to keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor has prescribed, even if you start to feel better.

Can Clarituff Infusion be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

No, Clarituff Infusion should not be used to treat UTIs. Consult your doctor who can prescribe you the exact medication for treating your urinary tract infection.

Can I take an antacid along with Clarituff Infusion?

No, it is advisable not to take an antacid along with Clarituff Infusion. If you have to take an antacid containing aluminum and/or magnesium, make sure that you take it at least 2 hours before or after taking Clarituff Infusion. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.

Will Clarituff Infusion affect birth control pills?

There are no studies confirming the effect of this medicine on birth control pills. However, it is better to consult your doctor who can advise you more on this.

I am experiencing nausea and vomiting. Is this due to Clarituff Infusion?

Nausea and vomiting are some of the common side-effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty, and drink plenty of water.

What are some of the serious side-effects of Clarituff Infusion?

Seek immediate medical help if you get a faster or irregular heartbeat, severe pain in your stomach or back, blood and mucus in stool, dark urine, and stool.

Is clarithromycin the same as amoxicillin?

No, although amoxicillin and clarithromycin are both antibiotics, they are not the same. They target different bacteria in your body and can be used for treating different infections. Your doctor will decide which antibiotic is best for you based on your infection and types of symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Related lab tests

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References

Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 800-801.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 287-89.
Clarithromycin. Via Fossignano, Italy: Ibigen Srl,; 2012 [revised 6 Mar. 2018]. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Clarithromycin [New Zealand Data Sheet]. Pt Chevalier, Auckland: Max Health Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2023] (online) Available from:

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Clarituff Infusion

Benefits of Clarituff Infusion

Side effects of Clarituff Infusion

How to use Clarituff Infusion

How Clarituff Infusion works

All substitutes for Clarituff Infusion

Clarispey 500 Infusion

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Simvastatin (Oral Route)

Ivabradine (Oral Route)

Dronedarone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Clarituff Infusion used for?

How does Clarituff Infusion work?

How long does it take for Clarituff Infusion to work?

Can Clarituff Infusion be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

Can I take an antacid along with Clarituff Infusion?

Will Clarituff Infusion affect birth control pills?

I am experiencing nausea and vomiting. Is this due to Clarituff Infusion?

What are some of the serious side-effects of Clarituff Infusion?

Is clarithromycin the same as amoxicillin?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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