a KJ Pill: yellow, oval, 19mm
Generic Name: clarithromycin
The pill with imprint a KJ (Yellow, Oval, 19 mm) has been identified as Biaxin XL 500 mg.
It is used for Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Dental Abscess, Bacterial Endocarditis Prevention, Bronchitis, and Legionella Pneumonia, and belongs to the drug class macrolides, not a controlled substance.
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Biaxin XL
- Generic Name
- clarithromycin
- Strength
- 500 mg
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Imprint
- a KJ
- Color
- Yellow
- Shape
- Oval
- Size
- 19 mm
- Drug Class
- Macrolides
- Pregnancy Category
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule
- Not a controlled drug
Where to get medical help
Call 911 if the person has collapsed, is having a seizure, or is struggling to breathe. Otherwise call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222 — free, 24/7. Call even if there are no symptoms: with some medicines they can be delayed. Don't try to make the person vomit.
- Have ready: the imprint "a KJ", the strength, roughly how many were taken, and when.
- Pets: your vet, ASPCA Animal Poison Control on 888-426-4435, or Pet Poison Helpline on 855-764-7661 (both charge a consultation fee).
- Outside the US: contact your local poison centre or emergency number.
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