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Clatexyl 500 mg is an antibiotic containing Amoxicillin used in the treatment of bacterial infections. Currently, on the market there are many antibiotics containing this ingredient. Let's learn more about Clatexyl 500 mg drug uses, dosage, and effective usage right here.
1. What is Classexyl 500 mg?
Clatexyl 500 mg drug belongs to the group of drugs sold by prescription. The drug Clatexyl 500 mg has the main ingredients:
Amoxicillin trihydrate; Talc; Magnesium stearate; Colloidal anhydrous silica; Starch.
2. Uses of Clatexyl 500 mg
Clatexyl 500 mg contains the main ingredient Amoxicillin - a stable form of Amoxicillin in acidic environment. This antibiotic has a broader spectrum of activity than Benzylpenicillin, which is effective against Gram (-) bacilli. Similar to other penicillins, Amoxicillin has the main effect of killing bacteria thanks to its ability to inhibit the synthesis of mucopeptides of the bacterial cell wall. In vitro, Amoxicillin is active against most Gram (-) and (+) bacteria such as:
Streptococcus ; Staphylococci do not produce Pencillinase; N. gonorrhea; E.coli; Similar to ampicillins, Amoxicillin has no activity against penicillinase-producing bacteria, especially Methincilin-resistant staphylococci, strains of Pseudomonas and strains of Klebsiella, Enterobacter.
In general, the use of the drug Clatexy 500mg destroys parasites, bacteria,...
3. Indications for the drug Clatexyl
Clatexyl 500 is often used in the following cases:
Infections such as acute bronchitis, pneumonia, bronchiolitis, ... caused by bacteria such as streptococcus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella, Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, H.influenzae,...; Uncomplicated UTIs; Gonorrhea ; Biliary tract infection; Other infections on the skin and muscles caused by streptococci, staphylococcus or E. coli sensitive to Amoxicillin. The antibiotic Clatexyl 500mg should be used exactly as prescribed by the doctor/physician.
4. Dosage – how to take Clatexyl 500mg
Clatexyl is used in cases of bacterial infections. The usual recommended dose is 250mg - 500mg once every 8 hours for adults. Particularly for children, specific dosage:
Children under 10 years old, the recommended dose is 125mg - 500mg/time, every 8 hours; Children under 20kg usual dose is 20-40mg/kg body weight, taken 3 times/day with main meals. In addition, for high-dose cases, a single dose or in short courses of treatment.
Besides, Clatexyl dosage is also recommended in specific disease cases. Typically:
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections, the recommended dose is 3g repeated after 10-12 hours; Dosage for treatment of periodontal abscess is 3g, repeat after 8 hours; Prophylaxis of endocarditis, using a single dose of 3g 1 hour before the procedure; Use high-dose regimen for subjects with severe or recurrent respiratory infections is 3g x 2 times/day; For children from 3 to 10 years old with otitis media can use 750mg/time, divided into 2 times/day for 2 days; For patients with renal failure, use Clatexyl 500mg according to the creatinine clearance. Dosage of Clatexyl 500 depends on each subject and specific disease condition. It is necessary to comply with the dosage to ensure safety.
How to take Clatexyl 500mg orally. You should drink with filtered water, boiled water to cool instead of combining with fruit juices, alcoholic beverages, tea, milk... Drink the whole tablet, do not break, bite to avoid affecting the effect. of the drug.
5. Contraindications when using Clatexyl 500
Clatexyl 500mg is not used for subjects who are allergic or hypersensitive to any of the ingredients or excipients in the drug.
6. Be careful when taking Clatexyl 500mg
When using Clatexyl, we also need to be careful, note the following points:
Check liver / kidney function during long-term use of Clatexyl; It is necessary to evaluate the history of allergy to penicillin, cephalosporin and other allergens to avoid allergic and hypersensitivity situations; Pregnancy and lactation should be considered when used, only when indicated; If reactions such as erythema, anaphylaxis ... need to stop using the drug immediately. Emergency treatment according to the indicated regimen; Clatexyl is a prescription drug, so it should be used with caution to ensure safety and effectiveness.
7. Clatexyl drug interactions
Clatexyl 500mg can cause side effects that increase, or decrease the effectiveness of the drug when interacting with other foods and drugs. Specifically:
Co-administration of Amoxicillin may increase the absorption of Nifedipine; Co-administration with allopurinol or ampicillin increases the risk of side effects, typically rash; Co-administration of bacteriostatic agents may have antagonism Drug interactions may be more complex for each person. Therefore, tell your doctor/pharmacist what medications you are taking to reduce this risk.
8. Side effects when taking Clatexyl
Clatexyl is a prescription antibiotic, when used can also cause some side effects such as:
External rash (measles-like rash); Nausea and vomiting, urticaria, Stevens - Johnson syndrome (a syndrome characterized by diverse lesions in the skin and mucous membranes),...; Increased SGOT in the liver (mild); Some side effects in the nervous system: anxiety, nervousness, insomnia, ...; Anemia, eosinophilia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia... The degree of side effects will vary from person to person, may experience single or multiple side effects at the same time. You need to pay attention to monitor and inform your doctor about these side effects for intervention.
Clatexyl drugs are well stored at temperatures between 15 and 30 degrees.
Clatexyl 500mg is a prescription antibiotic, should be used with caution, especially paying attention to the dosage. When necessary, consult your doctor or pharmacist for information about safe use of drugs.
Before taking Clatexyl 500mg, patients should carefully read all of the above instructions and if they have any questions, they should discuss it directly with their doctor for appropriate indications.
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