Ace-Claro Tablet

Ace-Claro Tablet 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.

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ace-Claro Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Ace-Claro Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Ace-Claro Tablet 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.

If you miss a dose of Ace-Claro Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Your doctor has prescribed Ace-Claro Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

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.

Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.

Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Ace-Claro Tablet.

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 Ace-Claro Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Q. Can the use of Ace-Claro Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ace-Claro Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. How long does Ace-Claro Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Ace-Claro Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don’t get better after using Ace-Claro Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don’t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Ace-Claro Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Ace-Claro Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ace-Claro Tablet 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.

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

Rash

Indigestion

Vomiting

Taste change

Nausea

Headache

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Alcohol:SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ace-Claro Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ace-Claro Tablet 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ace-Claro Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Ace-Claro Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Ace-Claro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ace-Claro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

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