Treatment of Resistance Tuberculosis (TB)|Treatment of Bacterial infections

In Treatment of Resistance Tuberculosis (TB) In multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis the causative bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase. This enzyme breaks down the antibiotics and makes them ineffective. As a result the bacteria become resistant to the antibiotic being used for treatment. Helclav Dry Syrup comprises two active ingredients amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. While clavulanic acid stops the enzyme from rendering amoxycillin ineffective amoxycillin works towards killing the tuberculosis-causing bacteria. This makes the combination of amoxycillin and clavulanic acid an effective treatment for resistant tuberculosis.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Helclav Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.

Helclav Dry Syrup 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 and thus also helps treat tuberculosis that is resistant to other treatments.You can give Helclav Dry Syrup 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.Helclav Dry Syrup may cause vomiting diarrhea nausea abdominal pain and allergy. These side effects should diminish on their own. But in case they persist or start bothering your child you must not delay speaking to your child’s doctor.Share your child’s entire medical history with the doctor including any previous episode of allergy heart problem a 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 in 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. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Helclav Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Helclav Dry Syrup. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Helclav Dry Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Helclav Dry Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Helclav Dry Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Helclav Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Helclav Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.The dose also needs to be reduced in neonates and infants due to incompletely developed renal function. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Helclav Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Helclav Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine

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 Resistance Tuberculosis (TB)|Treatment of Bacterial infections

Abdominal pain | Allergy | Vomiting | Nausea | Diarrhea | Mucocutaneous candidiasis

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Helclav Dry Syrup?::: Helclav Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Helclav Dry Syrup. 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 Helclav Dry Syrup?::: 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 Helclav Dry Syrup 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 Helclav Dry Syrup to my child?::: No giving a higher than the 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 Helclav Dry Syrup 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 Helclav Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?::: Yes Helclav Dry Syrup 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.