Clavam DT Tablet (Amoxycillin 200mg / Clavulanic Acid 28.5mg)

Why it’s used

Clavam DT Tablet is a prescription medicine that is used to treat certain infections such as urinary tract infections which include inflammation of the kidney (pyelonephritis), and infection of the wall of the urinary bladder (cystitis), skin and skin structure infections such as serious bacterial skin infection (cellulitis), lower respiratory tract infections which include inflammation of the airways (bronchitis) or infection in the lungs (pneumonia). This medicine is also used to treat acute bacterial inflammation within the nasal passage (acute bacterial sinusitis), acute middle ear infection, gum swelling, and infection from animal bites. This medicine works by killing the growth of bacteria that cause infection.
When not to use
Clavam DT Tablet will not work against colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Penicillin-class Antibacterial
Clavam DT belongs to the Penicillin-class Antibacterial class of medicines. Penicillin are a group of antibiotics that are used to treat and prevent different type of bacterial infections.

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How to use

Read the medicine guide provided by your pharmacist, your doctor, or the medicine company. If you have any questions related to Clavam DT, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Use Clavam DT Tablet as per the instructions provided by your doctor.
Clavam DT is consumed with or without food. Clavam DT should be taken with food to minimize the digestion difficulties of medicine. Clavam DT may be taken every 8 hours or 12 hours, according to the prescribed dose and as directed. Do not take two doses in 1 hour.
The typical dose of Clavam DT for adults is 500 mg every 12 hours or 250 mg every 8 hours. The usual dose for children is 45 mg/kg (20.4 mg/lb)/day every 12 hours or 40 mg/kg (18.1 mg/lb)/day every 8 hours (patients aged 12 weeks and older) and 30 mg/kg (13.6 mg/lb)/day divided every 12 hours (neonates and infants aged less than 12 weeks). Clavam DT is commonly used at the same time every day. This medicine is not known to be addictive or habit-forming.

This medicine should be used on an as-needed basis. Clavam DT should not be used more than 14 days without review. Clavam DT should be used as directed by the doctor even if you feel well, or even if you think that there is no need for you to use your medicine.
Discuss with your doctor if your condition persists or worsens or if you develop new symptoms. Discuss with your doctor if skin rash, severe watery or bloody diarrhea, fever, difficulty in breathing, inflammation of the large intestine, stomach pain, fever, swollen glands in the neck, armpit or groin, swelling of the face or throat, inflammation of blood vessels, and collapse. If you have any kidney disease, the removal of amoxicillin may be delayed as the functioning of the kidney is not completely developed in neonates and young infants. Therefore, dose selection should be modified in these patients. Take necessary precautions while selecting a dose in elderly patients due to increased risk of side-effects.
If you are giving Clavam DT Tablet to a child, be sure to use a product that is for use in children. Use the child’s weight or age to find the right dose from the product package or medicine label. You can also read the dosage section of this page to know the correct dose for your child. Else, consult with your doctor and follow their recommendation.

To decrease the possibility of side-effects, you might be recommended to use the extended-release form of this medicine by your doctor. The extended-release medicine helps in maintaining a steady level of the medicine in your body for a longer period of time. Do not crush or chew the medicine, unless indicated on the package or by your doctor.
If you are using the chewable tablet form of this medicine, make sure you chew the medicine before you swallow it.
If using the liquid form of this medicine, measure the dose using the provided measuring cup, spoon, or dropper. Before pouring the medicine into the measuring device, you should check the measurement markings carefully. Then, pour the dose amount into the device. After use, clean and store the measuring device in a safe place for your next use. You should not use a tablespoon or teaspoon as the dose measuring devices since it can result in an incorrect dose. If indicated on the product package, shake the medicine before use.
Limit drinking alcohol with Clavam DT.
Medicines may be recommended for uses other than those listed in the medicine guide. You should not use Clavam DT Tablet for conditions or symptoms for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Clavam DT Tablet to other people, even if they have the same conditions or symptoms that you have. The use of this medicine without the advice of a doctor may cause harm.
Follow storage instructions on the product package if available. Store Clavam DT Tablet at 25°C (77° F), away from moisture, and away from sunlight. Store this medicine away from children and pets.
Read more: What are the uses of Clavam DT?

How to take Clavam DT

The dose and frequency of using Clavam DT will depend on the following factors:
age of the patient
the weight of the patient
patient’s health
the health of the patient’s liver
the health of the patient’s kidneys
medicines recommended by the doctor
any other medicines being used
herbal supplements being used
response to the medicine