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Anticlav is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Anticlav also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Anticlav depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Anticlav have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Anticlav are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Anticlav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Anticlav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice must refrain from the use of Anticlav since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Anticlav have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Anticlav have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Anticlav, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Anticlav is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Anticlav safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Anticlav without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Anticlav safe during breastfeeding?
Anticlav is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Anticlav on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Anticlav. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Anticlav on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Anticlav. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Anticlav on the Heart?
Anticlav is rarely harmful for the heart.
Anticlav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anticlav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anticlav habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anticlav has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Anticlav, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Anticlav can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Anticlav should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Anticlav cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Anticlav
It is safe to take Anticlav with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anticlav
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Anticlav with alcohol.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, you can not buy Anticlav over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Rarely Anticlav causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Anticlav can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Anticlav is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amoxil (amoxicillin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 657, 658, 702, 712, 721, 722, 723, 762
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 148-150
Prescribing Information [Internet]: AUGMENTIN® (amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium) Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets . GlaxoSmithKline