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Flemiclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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

About Flemiclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

This is a combination medication which has Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients. As a penicillin antibiotic, this medication treats bacterial infections. This tablet interferes with the synthesis of the cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing. It is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract. Also, it treats conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, and gonorrhea.

This medication when used with an antibiotic clarithromycin, it treats stomach ulcers. Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Some forms of this medicine may be taken with or without food. Dosage is as per doctor’s prescription and it varies according to age, medical condition and how severe the condition is.

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

    • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

    • Nose Bleed

    • Throat Infection

    • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

    • Skin Infection

    • Urinary Tract Infection

    • Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

    • Typhoid Fever

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

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

    Key highlights of Flemiclav 500 Mg/125 Mg 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?

      This medication does not cause any harm to the fetus, but there is no scientific evidence to certify it. Hence, it is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy. It is best to be administered orally.

    • 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 Flemiclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • 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 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 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 Flemiclav 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 Lab Test

        This medication interacts with Urine Sugar Test (Benedict's of Fehling's reagent).
      • Interaction with Medicine

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

        This medication interacts with Mononucleosis, Colitis, and Renal Diseases.

      FAQs about Flemiclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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

        Ans : This medication has Amoxycillin and cloxacillin as active elements present. It performs its action by killing bacteria and preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

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

        Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as ear infection (otitis media), nose infection (sinusitis), lower respiratory tract infection, skin infection, urinary tract infection, gonorrhea, and associated infections, and stomach ulcers.

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

        Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of this medication which are as follows: hypersensitivity, diarrhea, fever, joint pain, skin yellowing, easy bruising and bleeding, heavy menstrual bleeding, etc.

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

        Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of 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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