Juvclav is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Juvclav have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Juvclav. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Juvclav can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Juvclav are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Juvclav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Juvclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Juvclav related warnings section.
Juvclav 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. The section on Juvclav contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Juvclav have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Juvclav, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Juvclav 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Juvclav safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Juvclav without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Juvclav safe during breastfeeding?
Juvclav does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Juvclav on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Juvclav. 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 Juvclav on the Liver?
Juvclav 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.
What is the effect of Juvclav on the Heart?
Juvclav has very mild side effects on the heart.
Juvclav 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 Juvclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Juvclav habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Juvclav has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Juvclav. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Juvclav is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Juvclav in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Juvclav
Taking Juvclav with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Juvclav
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Juvclav and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Juvclav 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.
Yes, Juvclav 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.
Yes, Juvclav can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Juvclav and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.
Juvclav can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, Juvclav 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.
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