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anneasquith | 20:18 Tue 15th Feb 2011 | Body & Soul
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hi, any aber been prescribed this antibiotic, what if any side effects did you get ? TIA
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Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, changes in taste, and headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: hearing loss, mental/mood changes.Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: severe dizziness, fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: new signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), muscle weakness, persistent nausea/vomiting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of eyes or skin, change in the amount of urine.This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition (Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea) due to a type of resistant bacteria. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have any of the following symptoms because these products may make them worse. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop: persistent diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, blood/mucus in your stool.Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection (oral or vaginal fungal infection). Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a
... complete list of possible side effects.
HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE TEENAGERS FOR BOARD AND LODGE THESE DAYS. HE DOES NOTHING AROUND THE HOUSE AND HAS EVERYTHING DONE FOR HIM. HE TAKES HOME ABOUT £270 A WEEK, ANY SUGGESTIONS. IM A SINGLE PARENT AND CANT AFFORD TO KEEP HIM ON MY MONEY
if it doesn't cure you it WILL kill you.

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naz i know what the label says, i always read any literature before taking medication... read my question again.
Rosie, a good dose of Clarithromycin should knock him into shape ... or kill him.
I DID read the question ... these are a list of side affects that PEOPLE GOT.

Why would one person's side-effects even remotely predict what side-effects you might have?
I had it for a sore throat/sinus infection and it just upset my stomach - nausea for a few days too. Nothing too bad.
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naz, have YOU been prescribed these drugs. ? if not you would not be able to answer my question.
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thank you wolf,
That wasn't your reason for asking, and you well know it ... ;-))
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no naz, i truely dont understand what you mean, but would be very happy to hear your thoughts on why i posted the question.
rosie you need to copy and paste your answer from up there ^ into the Q box at the start of the topic
Rosie, Do you often shout and get into the wrong bed???
Caused me to have stomach cramps and nausea.

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