Klaryz Dosage/Direction for Use

Film-coated tablet: Usual dose in adult is 250 mg twice daily for 7 to 14 days, increased to 500 mg twice daily if necessary in severe infections.
For disseminated infection due to Mycobacterium complex, clarithromycin may be given 500 mg twice daily in conjunction with other anti-mycobacterials.
Granules for oral suspension: The recommended daily dosage of Clarithromycin Pediatric Suspension (125 mg/5 mL) in children is 7.5 mg/kg twice a day up to a maximum dose of 500 mg twice daily for non-mycobacterial infections. The usual duration of treatment is for 5 to 10 days depending on the pathogen involved and the severity of the condition. The prepared suspension can be taken with or without meals and can be taken with milk. Or as prescribed by the physician.
In children with creatinine clearance less than 30 mL/min, the dosage of Clarithromycin should be reduced by one-half, i.e. up to 250 mg once daily, or 250 mg twice daily in more severe infections. Dosage should not be continued beyond 14 days in these patients. Or as prescribed by the physician.