Athoclav 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Athoclav Information

Athoclav is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Athoclav has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Athoclav. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Athoclav can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Athoclav normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Athoclav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Athoclav related warnings talks about Athoclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Athoclav is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Athoclav have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Athoclav may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Athoclav, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Athoclav Benefits & Uses
Athoclav Dosage & How to Take
Athoclav Side Effects
Athoclav Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Athoclav with Other Drugs
Athoclav Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Athoclav
Athoclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Athoclav Benefits & Uses

Athoclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Pneumonia
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Athoclav Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Athoclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Athoclav safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Athoclav without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Athoclav safe during breastfeeding?

Athoclav does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Athoclav on the Kidneys?

Athoclav can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Athoclav on the Liver?

Athoclav can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Athoclav on the Heart?

Athoclav may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Athoclav with Other Drugs

Athoclav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Athoclav Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Athoclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Athoclav

Is this Athoclav habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Athoclav.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Athoclav can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Athoclav is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Athoclav is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Athoclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Athoclav

You can take Athoclav with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Athoclav

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Athoclav with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Athoclav

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Athoclav with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Athoclav can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Athoclav help in preventing cold?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Athoclav does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Athoclav with paracetamol.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Athoclav with paracetamol. No clinical drug-drug interactions have observed between them. However, if you feel any side effects after consuming these two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Athoclav cause stomach upset?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Athoclav works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Athoclav works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.