Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets

Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets is a prescription-based medicine. It is used in the treatment of a broad variety of bacterial infections. It is majorly used in the symptoms like Lower respiratory tract infections, bacterial sinusitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, animal/human bite wounds, and skin infections.

Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets are available in the market at Alpha Drugs and PCD Pharma Franchise under the brand name ALMOXID- CV. In this perfect combination, Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic while Clavulanate is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Amoxicillin fights bacteria in the body and stops growth. And Clavulanate potassium prevents certain bacteria from becoming resistant. Together, the medication cures bacterial infections completely.

Additionally, the medication is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted diseases. Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets only treat bacterial infections and it will not work for viral infections like the common cold, flu, etc. Therefore, using this antibiotic when not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Direction of use Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets

Chew the Almoxid-CV tablets thoroughly and swallow, followed by a full glass of water. Take Almoxid-CV with a meal or snack as directed by the doctor. Depending on your specific product,Almoxid-CV is usually taken every 8 or 12 hours.

The dosageof Almoxid-CV is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment.

For the best effect, take Almoxid-CV at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take Almoxid-CV at the same time(s) every day.

Continue to take Almoxid-CV until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping Almoxid-CV too early may result in a return of the infection.

Common Side-Effects of Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets

Amoxicillin + Clavulanate Tablet is prescribed after judging that the benefit is much greater than the risk of side effects. Most people don’t experience serious side effects. But being a highly effective medication Amoxicillin + Clavulanate Tablet may cause some common side-effects like:

• Nausea,
• Vomiting,
• Headache,
• Diarrhea,
• Stomach pain,
• Skin rash,
• itching, etc. 

The side effects that Amoxicillin + Clavulanate Tablet offers are mild and temporary and will go away whenever the treatment is over. And there is no special attention needed.

Safety and Precautions for Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets

Clavulanate only has weak antibacterial activity, but when used along with amoxicillin the spectrum is extended. Therefore, being a strong penicillin medicine it offers some side effects. And most of the side effects can be avoided if taken with some precautions such as,

• Avoid if allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, or penicillin then inform the doctor or pharmacist.
• Don’t use it if ever had a kidney, liver disease, asthma, hay fever, hives, etc.
• In the case of pregnancy, and breastfeeding talk with the doctor.
• If a patient’s body develops persisting nausea, diarrhoea, vaginal itching, or discharge, consult with the doctor.
• Swallow the Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets whole, don’t crush or chew the extended-release tablet.
• Store the Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. 
• Keep the Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets out of reach of children and pets. 
• Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus when taking Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets.