Xyclav Kid: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Xyclav Kid Benefits & Uses

Xyclav Kid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Xyclav Kid 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

Xyclav Kid Related Warnings

Is the use of Xyclav Kid safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Xyclav Kid in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Xyclav Kid safe during breastfeeding?

Xyclav Kid does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Xyclav Kid on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Xyclav Kid. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Xyclav Kid on the Liver?

Xyclav Kid 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 Xyclav Kid on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Xyclav Kid on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xyclav Kid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Xyclav Kid Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Xyclav Kid

Is this Xyclav Kid habit forming or addictive?

Xyclav Kid is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xyclav Kid. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Xyclav Kid should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Xyclav Kid for mental disorders.

No

Xyclav Kid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xyclav Kid

Taking Xyclav Kid with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xyclav Kid

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Xyclav Kid

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Xyclav Kid?

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

Xyclav Kid 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

Does Xyclav Kid help in preventing cold?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Xyclav Kid 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Xyclav Kid without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Xyclav Kid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Xyclav Kid?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Xyclav Kid 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Xyclav Kid with Ibuprofen?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xyclav Kid 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.