Biaxin
Clarithromycin 250mg and 500mg film-coated tablets, used for bacterial infection. A macrolide that binds bacterial ribosomes and halts protein synthesis.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250mg | 28 tablets | $92.96 | $3.32 |
| 250mg | 32 tablets | $103.68 | $3.24 |
| 250mg | 60 tablets | $162.60 | $2.71 |
| 250mg | 84 tablets | $217.56 | $2.59 |
| 250mg | 92 tablets | $230.00 | $2.50 |
| 250mg | 120 tablets | $262.80 | $2.19 |
| 250mg | 180 tablets | $367.20 | $2.04 |
| 500mg | 28 tablets | $129.36 | $4.62 |
| 500mg | 32 tablets | $140.80 | $4.40 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | $223.20 | $3.72 |
| 500mg | 92 tablets | $299.92 | $3.26 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | $390.00 | $3.25 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Clarithromycin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Biaxin on your behalf.
- Condition
- Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Klaricid
- Therapeutic class
- Macrolide Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Macrolide
- Precautions and warnings
- report any persistent diarrhoea; caution with heart conditions
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dysgeusia
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal pain; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- AbbVie
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- warfarin; astemizole; cisapride
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for children and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Avoid unless necessary. Breastfeeding: Consult specialist.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to clarithromycin; concurrent use of statins; severe hepatic impairment
Serious side effects
qt prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; liver failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Clarithromycin 250mg and 500mg film-coated tablets, used for bacterial infection. A macrolide that binds bacterial ribosomes and halts protein synthesis.
Mechanism of action
Binds to bacterial ribosomes, inhibiting protein synthesis and preventing bacterial replication.
Biaxin is a well-known antibiotic treatment containing clarithromycin, which is used to address a range of bacterial infections. This medication is also sold under the brand name Klaricid. It is supplied as a tablet, generally available in strengths of 250mg and 500mg. AbbVie is the primary manufacturer behind this formulation.
Buying Biaxin online
While the original brand is widely recognised, many people opt for affordable generic clarithromycin. For expats and those residing in areas with limited supply, this provides a practical path to treatment. This medication is best used under a doctor’s care.
What you will receive
Biaxin is the originator brand name, made by AbbVie. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with AbbVie and do not ship the original Biaxin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Clarithromycin) at the same dose, mostly recognised branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.