Duet 500 /125 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Duet Information

Duet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Duet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Duet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Duet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Duet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Duet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Duet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Duet related warnings section.

Duet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Duet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Duet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Duet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Duet Benefits & Uses

Duet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Duet 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

Duet Related Warnings

Is the use of Duet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Duet safely.

Safe
Is the use of Duet safe during breastfeeding?

Duet is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Duet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Duet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Duet on the Liver?

Duet may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Duet on the Heart?

Duet is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Duet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Duet Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Duet

Is this Duet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Duet.

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 Duet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Duet 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, Duet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Duet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Duet

It is safe to take Duet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Duet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Duet

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Duet?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Duet should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 3 - 7-day course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Duet with paracetamol.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Duet 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

Can I discontinue Duet on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Discontinuing Duet on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Duet cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Duet can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.