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Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet

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

About Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet

As a penicillin antibiotic, Myclav tablet helps in treating bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of cell wall in bacteria and stops it from growing. This drug helps in treating infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract.

You should not use this drug if you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic. This medication can make birth control pills less effective so ask your doctor about using non hormonal birth control to prevent pregnancy during the treatment. To make sure this medication 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.

    What are the uses of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

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

    • What is the onset of action?

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

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies have been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication 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 Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • 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.

    How does this medication work?

    This drug 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 Myclav 500Mg/125Mg 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

        This medication interacts with Doxycycline, Methotrexate, Warfarin, Ethinyl Estradiol, Live vaccines.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication interacts with Mononucleosis, colitis and Renal Diseases.

      FAQs about Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Myclav has Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid as active elements present in it. As being a combination of two drugs: Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid. Amoxycillin performs its action by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid decreases resistance and improves the activity of Amoxicillin against bacteria.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Myclav is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Ear Infection (Otitis Media), Nose Infection (Sinusitis), Throat Infection (Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis), Lower Respiratory Tract Infection, and Skin Infection.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Side effects include Allergic Skin Reaction, Diarrhea, Fever, Joint pain, Skin yellowing, Easy bruising and bleeding, Heavy menstrual bleeding, Tooth discoloration, Nausea or vomiting, Altered sense of taste, Convulsions, Painful intercourse, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet , Black or tarry stools, Muscle or joint pain, Sleeplessness, and Irregular heartbeat.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Myclav 500Mg/125Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Myclav should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      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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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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