Posso prendere Amoxicillina e Claritromicina insieme?

Perché succede

Amoxicillin (a penicillin) and clarithromycin (a macrolide) work in different ways to kill bacteria. Amoxicillin attacks the bacterial cell wall, while clarithromycin stops the bacteria from making proteins. Because they attack the infection from two different angles, they can be more effective when used together.

It is safe to take these medicines together as prescribed by your doctor. Ensure you finish the full course of both antibiotics, even if you start to feel better. If you experience severe diarrhoea or a skin rash, contact your doctor.

Disturbi del ritmo cardiaco (Sindrome del QT lungo)

La claritromicina può causare gravi problemi di ritmo cardiaco. Non devi assumerla se hai una storia di 'sindrome del QT lungo' o stai assumendo altri farmaci che influenzano la frequenza cardiaca.

Severe diarrhoea (C. diff)

If you develop severe, watery, or bloody diarrhoea during or after treatment, stop taking the medicines and contact your doctor immediately. This can be a sign of a serious bowel inflammation.

Statin medication (e.g., simvastatin, atorvastatin)

Do not take clarithromycin if you are taking simvastatin or lovastatin. Taking them together can cause severe muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis). Consult your pharmacist if you take any other statins.

Succo di pompelmo

Grapefruit juice can increase the levels of clarithromycin in your blood, which may increase the risk of side effects. It is best to avoid drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.

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Avvertenza

Queste informazioni sono solo a scopo educativo generale e non devono essere considerate un sostituto del consiglio medico professionale. Consultate sempre il vostro medico di base, farmacista o un altro professionista sanitario qualificato prima di prendere decisioni sui vostri farmaci. Le circostanze individuali possono variare, e solo un professionista sanitario che conosce la vostra storia medica può fornire una guida personalizzata.