Bactoclav 625mg Tablet is a co-amoxiclav combination antibiotic containing Amoxicillin (500mg) and Clavulanic Acid (125mg). It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Approved Medical Indications
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Respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, acute bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis).
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Urinary tract infections (cystitis, kidney infections).
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Skin and soft tissue infections (cellulitis, abscesses, animal bites).
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Ear, nose, and throat infections (otitis media).
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Dental infections (severe abscesses).
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Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis).
Standard Dosage Guidelines
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Adults and children weighing 40 kg or more: The standard dose is typically one 625mg tablet taken two to three times a day, depending on the severity of the infection.
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Children weighing under 40 kg: This specific tablet strength is generally not recommended for low-weight children; oral suspensions or dispersible tablets are preferred.
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Renal Impairment: Patients with severe kidney issues require professional dosage adjustment.
Common and Serious Side Effects
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Common: Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and oral or vaginal thrush.
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Serious: Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), skin blistering, yellowing of the skin or eyes (liver toxicity), and severe abdominal cramps with watery or bloody diarrhoea. Seek urgent medical care if these occur.
Vital Adminstration Advice
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Take at the start of a meal to enhance absorption and greatly reduce stomach upset.
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Do not crush or chew: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
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Finish the entire course: Stopping your prescription early fosters antibiotic-resistant bacteria and risks infection relapse.
