Clarithromycin - Biaxin ® - Renal Dosing

Usual Dosing (Adults)
250-500mg q12h. 
Extended release: 1 gm q24h. 

Renal Dosing
dialysis [CRCL >30 ]: No changes.

[<30 ]: 500mg x 1, then 250 mg q12-24h

Hemodialysis
dialysis 250 mg q12-24 hours. Schedule dose after HD on dialysis days.

Disclaimer
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