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

Zoclav Information

Zoclav is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zoclav have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Zoclav depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Zoclav side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zoclav 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 Zoclav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zoclav related warnings talks about Zoclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug interactions for Zoclav have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zoclav is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Zoclav Benefits & Uses

Zoclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Zoclav 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

Zoclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Zoclav safe for pregnant women?

Zoclav is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zoclav safe during breastfeeding?

Zoclav does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zoclav on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zoclav. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zoclav on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zoclav. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zoclav on the Heart?

Side effects of Zoclav rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zoclav with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Zoclav Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Zoclav

Is this Zoclav habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zoclav.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zoclav only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Zoclav for mental disorders.

No

Zoclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zoclav

It is safe to take Zoclav with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zoclav

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zoclav.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zoclav

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Zoclav without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Zoclav 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 about 5 years ago

How to use Zoclav?

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

Zoclav 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 Zoclav with Ibuprofen?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zoclav 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zoclav with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Zoclav 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.