Clarithromycin 250mg/5ml Suspension
£18.00
Clarithromycin 250mg/5ml oral suspension (or solution) × 70ml — alternative when flucloxacillin is unsuitable. £18. Pharmacist review required.
- Pharmacist clinical review before supply
- UK pricing shown by pack size
- Discreet delivery options available
Introduction
About clarithromycin 250mg/5ml oral suspension
Clarithromycin oral suspension is used when a liquid macrolide antibiotic is needed — often if flucloxacillin is unsuitable (for example due to allergies) or capsules/tablets are not appropriate.
Take with or without food. A clinician sets the exact dose by age and weight. Pack size 70ml.
- 70ml — £18
Benefits
Why people consider clarithromycin suspension
A liquid alternative when flucloxacillin is not suitable and measured dosing is needed.
Liquid macrolide antibiotic
Useful when penicillin options are unsuitable.
250mg in 5ml
Measured dosing as directed on your label.
With or without food
Follow the leaflet for measuring and shaking.
Clear private price
£18 for 70ml.
Eligibility
Who this suspension may be for
Often considered when flucloxacillin is unsuitable and liquid clarithromycin is appropriate.
May be suitable if
- Flucloxacillin is unsuitable and clarithromycin liquid is appropriate
- You can measure doses accurately and complete the course
- You will tell us about liver/kidney problems and other medicines
- You have answered the consultation questions truthfully
May not be suitable if
- Allergy to clarithromycin or other macrolides
- Significant interactions or organ impairment a clinician considers unsafe
- Another antibiotic is more appropriate
- Urgent care needed for severe spreading infection
A clinician decides whether treatment is appropriate. Completing a consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
How it works
How clarithromycin works
Clarithromycin treats bacterial infections and may be used for impetigo when first-line options are unsuitable.
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Online consultation
Tell us about the rash or sores, how widespread they are, how long they have been present, any allergies (especially penicillin), and other medicines.
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Clinical review
A UK-registered clinician checks whether a topical antiseptic/antibiotic or an oral antibiotic is appropriate and safe for you.
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If suitable, we dispense
Approved treatment is dispensed by our pharmacy and delivered discreetly, with clear directions for use.
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Complete the course
Use as directed. Contact your GP if there is no improvement within the expected time.
Using treatment
How to take clarithromycin oral suspension
Dose is usually around 7.5mg/kg–250mg twice daily for about 5 days (varies by age and severity). Measure carefully. Contact your GP if no improvement after 2–3 days.
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Shake and measure
Use the oral syringe or spoon provided.
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Follow twice-daily dosing
As directed for the full course.
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Tell us about other medicines
Interactions may require dose changes.
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Follow up if needed
Contact your GP if no improvement after 2–3 days.
Safety
Safety information
Do not take if allergic to clarithromycin or other macrolides. Notify the prescriber about liver/kidney impairment and all medicines.
Seek urgent help for severe allergy, jaundice, or severe diarrhoea.
- Measure doses carefully and complete the course.
- Tell us about allergies, liver/kidney problems and other medicines.
- Read the patient information leaflet before first use.
- I agree to take the medication as prescribed and have answered consultation questions truthfully.
Side effects
Possible side effects
Common effects include nausea, diarrhoea and stomach ache. Serious allergy or liver problems need urgent care.
- Nausea, diarrhoea or stomach ache Common. Seek advice if severe.
- Serious reactions — seek help now Seek urgent help for severe allergy, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or severe diarrhoea.
Always read the clarithromycin suspension patient information leaflet. This page is general information for UK patients and is not a substitute for personalised clinical advice.
Common questions
Clarithromycin suspension FAQs
Common questions about this liquid antibiotic. A clinician still decides what is right for you.
When is this used?
Often when flucloxacillin is unsuitable (for example allergy) and a liquid macrolide is needed.
How much does it cost?
£18 for 70ml.
How long does it take to work?
Often within 24–48 hours. Contact your GP if no improvement after 2–3 days.
Will I definitely get this medicine?
No. Supply depends on eligibility, safety and clinical judgement. Completing a consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
How is delivery handled?
If a prescription is issued, our pharmacy dispenses the medicine and sends it to your UK address in plain packaging.
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