Uses of alclav syrup

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1. What are the effects of alclav syrup?

Alclav syrup, also known as alclav syrup dry syrup 312.5mg/5mL, contains the active ingredient amoxicillin and clavuclanate potassium. Alclav syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for short-term treatment of the following infections:
Severe upper respiratory tract infections such as tonsillitis, otitis media, sinusitis, ... Respiratory tract infections below caused by strains of H.influenza and moraxella catarrhalis that produce beta-lactamase such as acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia. Severe infections of the urinary tract and genitals caused by strains of E.coli, enterococcus species, staphylococcus such as urethritis, cystitis, pyelonephritis in genital infections. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, boils, and wound infections. Bone and joint infections such as osteomyelitis Dental infections such as alveolar abscess Other types of infections such as abortion-associated infections, obstetric bacteremia, peritonitis, postoperative infections, intravenous infections in infections bacteremia, prevention of infection during gastrointestinal surgery, uterus,... Besides the above uses, alclav syrup can also be used to treat a number of other conditions that are not listed above. . Therefore, before using the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.

2. How to use alclav syrup

2.1. How to make alclav syrup Alclav syrup is prepared in the form of a powder for oral administration. How to prepare alclav syrup is as follows:
First pat the medicine bottle gently so that all the powder falls to the bottom of the bottle. Pour cooled boiled water into the bottle up to the level marked on the bottle. Then, shake vigorously to distribute the powder evenly into the water. Add cooled boiled water if necessary to re-volume the suspension to the marked mark. Shake before using. 2.2. Dosage of alclav syrup The dosage of alclav syrup will depend on the patient's medical condition and age such as:
For children under 12 years of age, take a dose of 25mg powder for suspension/kg/day, orally. 8 hours apart. For children under 1 year old: take 25mg powder for suspension/kg/day. For children from 1 to 6 years old, take a dose of 5ml/day of suspension in the form of 56.25mg/5ml. For children over 6 years old, take 5ml/day of suspension in the form of 312.5mg/5ml. Note that when the infection is severe, the dose can be increased to 50mg powder for suspension/kg/day. Patients need to use alclav syrup regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use the drug safely, patients should take alclav syrup exactly as directed by the doctor, do not use more than the recommended dose, smaller or longer than prescribed. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug or abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This not only makes the condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.

3. Undesirable effects when using alclav syrup

Some unwanted effects that may occur when using alclav syrup include:
Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea Urticaria Behavioral changes Before prescribing the drug, the doctor always considers the benefits and effectiveness. that alclav syrup brings more than the risk of side effects. However, in some cases, when using alclav syrup, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when unusual symptoms occur, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, rash, swelling or itching of the face, throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.

4. Some notes when using alclav syrup

Some precautions when using alclav syrup include:
Tell your doctor about any history of allergy to alclav syrup or any other allergies. Alclav syrup may contain ingredients that are inactive and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, or preservatives. Alclav syrup should be used with caution in patients with signs of severe liver failure. Prolongation of bleeding time and prothrombin time have been reported in a few patients. In patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, the dose should be adjusted accordingly. For patients with renal impairment, no dose reduction is required. For pregnant and lactating women, the potential benefits and risks should be assessed before taking the drug. Because ampicillin groups of antibiotics can be excreted in breast milk and affect the nursing infant. The patient should replenish the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if the time you remember is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Absolutely do not arbitrarily add twice the dose of the drug more than the treatment regimen, because it can increase the risk of drug overdose.

5. Alclav syrup drug interactions

Drug interactions may decrease the effectiveness of alclav syrup, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent.
Some drugs can interact with alclav syrup and cause side effects including:
Probenecid Oral contraceptives

6. How to store alclav syrup

Store alclav syrup at room temperature not exceeding 30oC, protect from light and avoid humid places. Do not store alclav syrup in a humid place or in the freezer. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read alclav syrup storage instructions carefully on the package, or ask your pharmacist. Keep alclav syrup out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has been damaged and cannot be used anymore or has expired, dispose of the medicine according to the correct procedure. Do not arbitrarily dispose of alclav syrup into an environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested to do so. Please consult your waste management company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of alclav syrup to help protect the environment.
In summary, alclav syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in the treatment of severe upper respiratory tract infections, tonsillitis, otitis media, sinusitis, lower respiratory tract infections, and severe urinary tract infections. urogenital-genital infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, dental infections, etc. However, alclav syrup can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so Tell your doctor about the medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and at the same time increase the effectiveness of the treatment process.
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