Treatment of Bacterial infections

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Bactoclav Drops contains two different medicines Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear sinus throat lung urinary tract skin teeth joints and bones. It usually makes you feel better within a few days but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bactoclav Drops is to be taken with food.

Bactoclav Drops is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat bacterial infections of the ear nose throat chest lungs teeth skin and urinary tract. It is capable of killing bacteria that have become resistant to other therapies.You can give Bactoclav Drops to your child with or without food. It is better to give it with food as that helps increase absorption and decrease the risk of stomach upset. The doctor may prescribe giving it two to three times a day. Medicine dose depends on the severity of the infection its type and your child’s body weight and age. So stick to the dose time and way prescribed. If your child vomits the medicine within 30 minutes of intake let the child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double dose if it's the time for the next dose.Common side effects of this medicine include vomiting diarrhea and nausea. These side effects should diminish on their own. But in case they persist or start bothering your child consult the doctor. They may be able to help prevent or reduce the side effects.Share your child’s entire medical history with the doctor including any previous episode of allergy heart problem blood disorder birth defects airway obstruction lung anomaly gastrointestinal problem skin disorder liver impairment and kidney malfunction. This information will assist the doctor in making dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bactoclav Drops is to be taken with food.

- Kidney : CAUTION <p> Bactoclav Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bactoclav Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Bactoclav Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bactoclav Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Consult with your child’s doctor before giving Bactoclav Drops to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless advised otherwise by the doctor. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Vomiting | Nausea | Diarrhea

CAUTION

CAUTION

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Bactoclav Drops?::: Bactoclav Drops can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Bactoclav Drops. Also check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Bactoclav Drops?::: Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better the vaccine can be given.| Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Bactoclav Drops on a long-term basis?::: With prolonged therapy the doctor may monitor kidney and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.| Q. Can I give a higher than the recommended dose of Bactoclav Drops to my child?::: No giving a higher than recommended dose of this medicine can increase the risks of side effects. If your child experiences increased severity of symptoms please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. Can I stop giving Bactoclav Drops to my child when the symptoms are relieved?::: No do not stop giving this medicine to your child unless the full course of the treatment is complete even if you feel better. The symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence continue giving the medicine for the due course as it may still be showing beneficial effects.| Q. Can the use of Bactoclav Drops cause diarrhea?::: Yes Bactoclav Drops may cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. In addition to that the medicine may also affect the helpful bacteria in your child’s stomach and cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea encourage your child to drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration like less frequency of urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not give any other medicine to your child without consulting a doctor.| Q. Do all viral common colds result in secondary bacterial infection?::: Most of the time bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. In fact giving antibiotics in viral infection can increase your child’s risk of developing side effects. So use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.| Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?::: Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.| Q. Is there any sign which shows that my child needs immediate medical attention?::: You must call your child’s doctor right away if your child experiences serious allergic reactions (breathing problems skin rashes) gastrointestinal infections (diarrhea) and liver damage (weakness paleness vomiting). Though rare these side effects are serious and need an expert’s attention.