Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet
About Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet
This tablet is composed of Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid. As a penicillin antibiotic, this medication treats bacterial infections.
It is used to treat lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia and empyema, intra-abdominal infections, peritonitis, pre-operative prophylaxis, gynecological surgery, non-invasive childhood diseases and perforated appendicitis.
You should not use this drug if you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have renal impairment.
What are the uses of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
Gonorrhea And Associated Infections
Intra-Abdominal Infections
Surgical Prophylaxis
What are the contraindications of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet ?
Easy Bruising And Bleeding
Nausea Or Vomiting
Key highlights of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours.
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 is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. But the evidence is inadequate and it should be used only when necessary after consulting a doctor.
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 Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
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What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
The missed dose should be taken as soon as 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?
This medication 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. It also works as a beta-lactamase inhibitor by binding to beta-lactamase enzyme produced by bacterial cells, which in turn inhibits its enzymatic action and prevents beta-lactam antibiotics from being metabolized by the enzyme.
What are the interactions of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg 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 Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
This medication should not be used in combination with Doxycycline, Methotrexate, Warfarin and Ethinyl Estradiol.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients suffering from renal impairment, colitis and mononucleosis should exercise caution and use some other safer alternative.
FAQs about Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet
Ques : How long do I need to use Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to use this medication.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.
Ques : Should I use Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Princiclav 500 mg/125 mg Tablet?
Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
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