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Clamp Kid Forte Tablet

Manufacturer :  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Amoxycillin, Clavulanic Acid
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Clamp Kid Forte Tablet

As a penicillin antibiotic, Clamp Kid Forte Tablet treats bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing. It is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract. It also treats conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis and gonorrhoea. Clamp Kid Forte Tablet when used with an antibiotic clarithromycin, it treats stomach ulcers.

You should not use amoxicillin if you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic. Amoxicillin can make birth control pills less effective so ask your doctor about using non hormonal birth control to prevent pregnancy during the treatment. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby as it may cause harm to the baby. To make sure amoxicillin is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have asthma, liver or kidney disease, mononucleosis, a history of diarrhoea caused by taking antibiotics; or food or drug allergies.

Other drugs may interact with amoxicillin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Common side effects may include stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, headache, vaginal itching or discharge or swollen or black tongue.

Take Clamp Kid Forte Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. They are available in liquid form, as chewable tablets and as extended-release tablets. Some forms of this medicine may be taken with or without food. Dosage is as per doctor’s prescription and it varies according to age, medical condition and how severe the condition is.

    What are the uses of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet

    • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used to treat infections in the middle ear caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

    • Nose Bleed

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infections in the nose and nasal chamber caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

    • Throat Infection

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infections in the throat and airways leading to lungs namely Tonsillitis and Pharyngitis caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

    • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infections in the airways leading to the lungs. The infection can be Pneumonia, acute bronchitis or others caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

    • Skin Infection

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infections of skin and skin structure caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

    • Urinary Tract Infection

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infections of urinary tube, bladder (Cystitis) and kidneys (Pyelonephritis).

    • Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of Gonorrhea and associated infections in the urinary tube and the region around the reproductive organs in both male and female.

    • Typhoid Fever

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of typhoid and paratyphoid fever.

    • Stomach Ulcers

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of stomach ulcers caused by Helicobactor pylori. It is normally used in combination with other medicines.

    • Dental Abscess

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of infection of gums that result in formation of pus around the roots of the tooth.

    • Endocarditis

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used in the prevention of a condition where the inner walls of the heart gets swollen.

    What are the contraindications of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet ?

    • Allergy

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is not recommended if a patient is highly allergic to amoxicillin or other antibiotics of Penicillins and Cephalosporins groups.

    • Cholestasis

      Do not use this medicine if you suffer from a condition of Cholestasis.

    • Liver Dysfunction

      Avoid this medicine if you have any history of liver dysfunction.

    What are the side effects of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause allergic reactions characterized by rashes on the skin, swelling of face, tongue or throat and difficulty in breathing

    • Diarrhoea

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause loose stools along with or without the presence of blood.

    • Fever

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause fever along with flu like symptoms including swollen glands; difficulty in breathing; painful joints and difficulty in swallowing food.

    • Joint Pain

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause painful and swollen joints and bones causing discomfort especially in the lower back area.

    • Skin Yellowing

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause jaundice like symptoms viz. yellow skin and eye, dark colored urine, fever, weakness and confusion.

    • Easy Bruising And Bleeding

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause anemia like effect resulting in unusual bleeding and formation of red patches under the skin.

    • Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause increased menstrual bleeding.

    • Tooth Discoloration

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause yellowing of teeth especially in paediatric patients.

    • Nausea Or Vomiting

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause nausea or vomiting and discomfort in the stomach (painful cramps, loss of appetite etc.)

    • Altered Sense Of Taste

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause blackening of tongue and altered sense of taste i.e bad aftertaste or change in taste altogether.

    • Convulsions

      Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can cause symptoms like agitation, lack of sleep, confusion and convulsions.

    Key highlights of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours after onset of action.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine does not cause any harm to the fetus, but there is no scientific evidence to certify it. Hence, it is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy. It is best to be administered orally.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies have been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Any incidence of rashes on skin or diarrhea in the infant should be reported. It is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Clamp Kid Forte Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Clamp Kid Forte Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      One should contact the doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of an overdosage include convulsions, change in behaviour or a severe skin rash.

    How does this medication work?

    Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is a Penicillin antibiotic and inhibits the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result the bacterium is not able to build cell walls and is killed

      What are the interactions of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this medicine in combination with Doxycycline, Methotrexate, Warfarin and Live vaccines.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from Mononucleosis, Colitis and Renal Diseases should not use this medicine.

      FAQs about Clamp Kid Forte Tablet

      • Ques : What is clamp kid forte tablet?

        Ans : Clamp Kid Forte Tablet works as a penicillin antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing. It is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract. It contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients.

      • Ques : What are the uses of clamp kid forte tablet?

        Ans : Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like urinary tract infections which include pyelonephritis, and infection of the wall of the urinary bladder, skin and skin structure infections like cellulitis. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like lower respiratory tract infections which include inflammation of the airways or pneumonia. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Clamp Kid Forte Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of clamp kid forte tablet?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include diarrhea, hives, mucocutaneous candidiasis, and inflammation of the vagina. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to nausea, skin rashes, and vomiting. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal clamp kid forte tablet?

        Ans : Clamp Kid Forte Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Clamp Kid Forte Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : Clamp Kid Forte Tablet is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc. we beg you to visit your doctor to realize to what extent before you can see improvements in your health while at the same time taking Clamp Kid Forte Tablet.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Clamp Kid Forte Tablet?

        Ans : Contraindication to Clamp Kid Forte Tablet. In addition, Clamp Kid Forte Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions such as hives, swelling of the face or throat, skin rash, itching, difficulty in breathing, etc.

      • Ques : Is Clamp Kid Forte Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk but there is no data available regarding the effect of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet during pregnancy.

      • Ques : Will Clamp Kid Forte Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Clamp Kid Forte Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as diarrhea, hives, inflammation of the vagina, nausea, skin rashes, Vomiting, etc. If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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