Moxclav 625 Tablet

Moxclav 625 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of otitis media, sinusitis, and infections caused by susceptible organisms involving the lower respiratory tract, skin and skin structure, and urinary tract. This is a combination medication that has Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients. Its spectrum is the same as amoxicillin with additional coverage of beta-lactamase.

The extended coverage Moxclav 625 Tablet is due to its combination, which makes it a useful alternative when amoxicillin resistance is present and patients cannot tolerate alternative treatments.

Moxclav 625 Tablet is an antibiotic belonging to the class of penicillin antibiotic that helps in the treatment of bacterial infections. The medicine works against the synthesis of the bacteria. It also treats conditions like gonorrhoea, tonsillitis, infection in the eye, middle ear or nose. It is important that you do not consume this tablet for cold, flu or other viral infections.

Symptoms of penicillin overdose include neuromuscular hypersensitivity (agitation, hallucinations, asterixis, encephalopathy, confusion, and seizures) and electrolyte imbalance with potassium or sodium salts, especially in renal failure.

Hemodialysis may be helpful to aid in the removal of the drug from the blood, otherwise most treatment is supportive or symptom directed.

Take entire prescription, even if you are feeling better. Take at equal intervals around-the-clock; may be taken with milk, juice, or food. You may experience nausea or vomiting (small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking lozenges, or chewing gum may help).

If using oral contraceptives, use additional contraceptive measures; amoxicillin may reduce the effectiveness of your oral contraceptive. Report rash; unusual diarrhoea; vaginal itching, burning, or pain; unresolved vomiting or constipation; fever or chills; unusual bruising or bleeding; or if the condition being treated worsens or does not improve by the time prescription is completed.

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Typhoid Fever

• Cystitis

• Prostatitis

• Sinusitis

• Skin Infection

• Bone And Joint Infections

• Allergy

• Cholestasis

• Rash

• Urticaria

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Abdominal Discomfort

• Flatulence

• 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.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is advisable to limit the consumption of alcohol while eating these tablets because the effects of alcohol while eating this medicine are unknown. It is also advisable to consult the doctor while eating Moxclav 625 tab.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It has the effect of drowsiness on the patient and can make him/her sleep. Hence, it is not advisable to drive or operate heavy machinery during this process. It is also not advisable to do any other job that requires alertness while consuming Moxclav.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It can cause severe side effects in the kidney if they already suffer with an abnormal functioning of the kidney. Convulsions can occur in such patients which is why and adjustment in the dose is necessary for such patients.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients with an impairment in the normal liver function must ingest the medicine with great caution. The regular monitoring of liver enzyme levels during and after the treatment is necessary.

• Are there any 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.

This medicine is a combination of Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin is an extended spectrum Penicillin class of 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. Whereas, Clavulanic acid is a drug of beta-lactamase inhibitor class, which reduces resistance and potentiates the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.

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

  Amoxycillin is used to cure grave bacterial infections, which is why it is recommended not to consume alcohol during the treatment. Although alcohol doesn’t interact with amoxycillin, it is essential to let the body heal and gain plenty of fluids which is why alcohol must be rescinded.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Moxclav 625 Tablet can interact with certain medicines or supplements to cause severe side effects. You must discuss the medicines you currently are taking with the doctor so that he/she can prescribe your substitutes.

  • Doxycycline, methotrexate, warfarin, ethinylestradiol and live vaccines are some of the medicines that interact with this medication to cause adverse side effects.
  • Decreased effect: Efficacy of oral contraceptives may be reduced.
  • Increased effect: Disulfiram, probenecid may increase amoxicillin levels, increased effect of anticoagulants.
  • Increased toxicity: Allopurinol theoretically has an additive potential for amoxicillin rash.

• Interaction with Disease

  In patients with renal impairment, doses and/or frequency of administration should be modified in response to the degree of renal impairment; high percentage of patients with infectious mononucleosis have developed rash during therapy; a low incidence of cross-allergy with cephalosporins exists; incidence of diarrhea is higher than with amoxicillin alone. Hepatic dysfunction, although rare, is more common in elderly and/or males, and occurs more frequently with prolonged treatment.

• Interaction with Food

  Moxclav must be taken with food to reduce side effects and digestion problems, and it may be taken every 8 to 12 hours, as prescribed. Some people take it before food or after food as advised by their doctor.

• Ques : What is moxclav 625 tablet?

  Ans : This medicine is a penicillin antibiotic which treats bacterial infection. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing. It is used for the treatment of infection of lungs and sinuses. It can also be used in case of stomach ulcer when taken along with antibiotic clarithromycin.

• Ques : what is the use of moxclav 625 tablet?

  Ans : The tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It contains Amoxicillin which inhibits the growth and division process of the bacterial cell wall and the penicillin ensures there is more antibacterial activity. Moxclav 625 Medicine is used to treat bacterial infection in lungs and airways, middle ear, sinuses and the urinary tract. Apart from these it is also used for stomach ulcers, skin infection and febrile neutropenia.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Moxclav 625 Medicine?

  Ans : It has a few side effects such as Joint pain, Jaundice, Easy bruising and Bleeding, Tooth dislocation, Nausea and vomiting. Some side effects are severe and one should consult a doctor if any of them persists like diarrhea, fever, allergic skin reaction, convulsions, Painful Intercourse, swelling of body parts including Lips, eyelinds, hands, tongue etc.

• Ques : Is moxclav 625 tablet an antibiotic?

  Ans : Yes, it is an antibiotic as it comes in the category of penicillin antibiotics. Being an antibiotic, it is used to treat conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis and gonorrhoea. This antibiotic contains amoxicillin which interacts with different types of other drugs and thus you should consult their doctors before taking it and also consult before starting or stopping any other medicine.

• Ques : Can moxclav 625 tablet cause allergic reaction?

  Ans : Yes, It can cause allergic reactions. Using this medication may also lead to nausea, vomiting, convulsions, joints pain and irregular heartbeat.

• Ques : Are there any specific contraindication associated with the use of Moxclav tablet?

  Ans : Yes, Patient having allergies related with Penicillins and liver diseases should not use Moxclav 625 Medicine as this medication is contraindicated to these allergies and diseases.

• Ques : What are the instruction for the storage and disposal of moxclav 625 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. It is important to dispose unused and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

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