Question 1

is it possible to overdose on biaxin (clarithromycin)?

Accepted Answer

YES: Any meds can be overdose.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: biaxin (clarithromycin) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Biaxin OD: Biaxin (clarithromycin) is an antibiotic.  An overdose is when an excessive or dangerous amount of a medication or substance is used.

Question 3

can i smoke while on biaxin (clarithromycin)?

Accepted Answer

Yes but no: Yes, you can smoke...But you shouldn't.  For all i know, smoking is the reason you're taking biaxin (clarithromycin) in the first place!

Question 4

can you take clarithromycin  if its expired 1 year?

Accepted Answer

No: It won't harm you but will probably not be effective. Do not take it. Get a new prescription.

Question 5

what is the drug biaxin (clarithromycin) used to treat?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial infections: Check out https://online.Epocrates.Com/noframe/showpage.Do?Method=drugs&monographid=451 & http://www.Drugs.Com/biaxin.Html for more info on this macrolide antibiotic.

Question 6

can i buy any clarithromycin over the counter?

Accepted Answer

No: It is an antibiotic and requires a prescription from a doctor

Question 7

is it ok to miss a dose of biaxin (clarithromycin)?

Accepted Answer

Depends on…: Whether missed dose is at beginning of treatment or towards the end. Missing dose at beginning may allow drug level to drop below the therapeutic level; so bacterial resistance may develop. Missed dose towards end of therapy shouldn't do serious harm since a therapeutic level has been maintained. If possible, take the missed dose as soon as possible unless next dose is due.

Question 8

what are the side effects of biaxin (clarithromycin)?

Accepted Answer

See below: Abnormal taste; diarrhea; headache; indigestion; nausea; stomach discomfort; vomiting.

Question 9

any food or drink i should avoid while taking biaxin?

Accepted Answer

None necessary: Nope. No changes in diet or drink are necessary with clairithromycin (Biaxin).

Question 10

is it safe to take expired biaxin (clarithromycin) xl?

Accepted Answer

Officially, not safe: Medications are not proven to be safe nor proven to be effective after their expiration dates. Of course, that does not mean bad things will surely happen if one takes expired biaxin (clarithromycin). If one has no problems taking good biaxin (clarithromycin), it is unlikely that a bad problem will happen with recently expired biaxin (clarithromycin). Expired tetracycline, however, has been known to damage the liver.

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