Heclav: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Heclav Benefits & Uses

Heclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Heclav 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
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Bacterial Vaginosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Heclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Heclav safe for pregnant women?

Heclav is safe for pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Heclav safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Heclav.

Severe
What is the effect of Heclav on the Kidneys?

Heclav rarely affects the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Heclav on the Liver?

Heclav does not damage the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Heclav on the Heart?

Heclav is not harmful for the heart.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Heclav with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Doxycycline

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Furosemide

Allopurinol

Heclav Contraindications

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

Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Heclav

Is this Heclav habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Heclav is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Heclav as you may feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Heclav only as per medical advice.

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

No, Heclav is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Heclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Heclav

When consumed with certain foods, Heclav may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Heclav

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Heclav with alcohol.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Heclav

Question over 5 years ago

How does Heclav works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Heclav 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Heclav with paracetamol.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Heclav 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 over 4 years ago

Does Heclav cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Heclav does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Heclav for cough?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Heclav can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Heclav over-the-counter?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you can not buy Heclav 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.