Amoxycillin 400mg + Clavulanic Acid 57mg

Amoxycillin 400mg + Clavulanic Acid 57mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of the body.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Respiratory tract infections such as sinusitis, bronchitis and pneumonia
• Ear, nose and throat infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Dental infections and abscesses
• Some infections of bones and joints, as advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Amoxycillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic that kills bacteria by stopping them from building their protective cell wall
• Some bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase that destroys amoxycillin
• Clavulanic acid blocks this enzyme, allowing amoxycillin to work effectively even against these resistant bacteria

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Viral infections such as common cold, flu or most sore throats
• Fungal infections
• Prevention of infection unless specifically advised by a doctor before surgery or dental procedures
• Symptomatic relief only, such as fever or pain without an underlying bacterial cause

How to Use Amoxycillin 400mg + Clavulanic Acid 57mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the dose and duration advised
• Swallow tablets whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• It is best taken at the start of a meal to reduce stomach upset and improve absorption
• Try to take doses at evenly spaced times each day
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it, to prevent bacteria from becoming resistant

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light and moisture
• Keep reconstituted liquid/syrup in the refrigerator if advised on the label, and discard after the recommended number of days
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Amoxycillin 400mg + Clavulanic Acid 57mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset or indigestion
• Skin rash

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vaginal itching or discharge due to yeast infection
• Darkening or discolouration of tongue

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe skin rash, blistering or peeling skin
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat
• Difficulty breathing or wheezing
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea, especially with blood or mucus
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, or severe stomach pain (signs of liver problems)
• Unusual bruising or bleeding

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Amoxycillin 400mg + Clavulanic Acid 57mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to penicillin antibiotics or any ingredient in this medicine
• Have had jaundice or liver problems after taking amoxycillin or clavulanic acid before
• Have a history of severe allergic reaction to cephalosporin antibiotics, unless your doctor advises otherwise

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis)
• Are on a low-sodium or low-sugar diet, as some formulations may contain these
• Have had allergies or asthma in the past

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Methotrexate, as this medicine can increase its levels in the body
• Blood thinners such as warfarin, as bleeding risk may increase
• Allopurinol, which may increase the chance of skin rash
• Oral contraceptive pills, as effectiveness may be reduced
• Probenecid, which can increase amoxycillin levels in the blood

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with food?

Yes, it is generally better to take it with or just before a meal to reduce stomach upset.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid or limit alcohol, as it may worsen stomach side effects, though it does not directly interact with the medicine.

Is it safe to stop the medicine once I feel better?

• No, you should complete the full course as prescribed, otherwise the infection may return or become resistant to treatment.
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