Biaxin
Formulated to alleviate complex systemic infections to support mucosal healing and target bacterial ribosomal translation.
- Categories
- Antibiotics · Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Clarithromycin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Biaxin, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Biaxin vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Biaxin details
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Alternative names
- clarithromycin
- Therapeutic class
- Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Protein Synthesis Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- history of QT prolongation; concurrent use of statins; severe hepatic impairment
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; taste perversion
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; headache; abdominal pain
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Abbott Laboratories
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Simvastatin; Colchicine; Digoxin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over six months and adults.
Serious side effects
QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to alleviate complex systemic infections to support mucosal healing and target bacterial ribosomal translation.
Mechanism of action
Binds specifically to the 50S ribosomal subunit of target bacteria, halting vital protein production and cellular reproduction.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Avoid in pregnancy unless alternative therapy is unavailable. Breastfeeding: Consult a clinician.
What you will receive
Biaxin is the originator brand name, made by Abbott Laboratories. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Abbott Laboratories.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Clarithromycin is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.