Commony Rx Drugs - Clarithromycin Flashcards

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What is Clarithromycin? (1)

A

Macrolide

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What are the common interactions with Clarithromycin?

A

QT prolongation effect
CYP3A4 inhibitors.

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Why should you avoid Clarithromycin and Simvastatin combination? (1)

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Increased risk of myopathy.

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