Novaclav 500/125 Mg Tablet (10): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Novaclav Information

Novaclav is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet,Syrup. Novaclav also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Novaclav is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Novaclav can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Novaclav are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Novaclav's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Novaclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Novaclav can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Novaclav in conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. Other contraindications of Novaclav have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Novaclav with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Novaclav is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Novaclav Benefits & Uses
Novaclav Dosage & How to Take
Novaclav Side Effects
Novaclav Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Novaclav with Other Drugs
Novaclav Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Novaclav
Novaclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Novaclav Benefits & Uses

Novaclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Pneumonia
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Novaclav Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Novaclav Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Novaclav is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Anaphylactic reaction
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Angioedema
Erythema
Hypersensitivity
Convulsion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Vaginal inflammation

Novaclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Novaclav safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Novaclav in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Novaclav safe during breastfeeding?

Novaclav is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Novaclav on the Kidneys?

Novaclav can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Novaclav on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Novaclav. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Novaclav on the Heart?

Novaclav has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Novaclav with Other Drugs

Novaclav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Novaclav Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novaclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Novaclav

Is this Novaclav habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Novaclav.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Novaclav. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Novaclav should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Novaclav for mental disorders.

No

Novaclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Novaclav

Taking Novaclav with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Novaclav

Information about the interaction of Novaclav and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Novaclav

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Novaclav for cough?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novaclav can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Novaclav with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Novaclav can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Novaclav with paracetamol.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Novaclav with paracetamol. No clinical drug-drug interactions have observed between them. However, if you feel any side effects after consuming these two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Novaclav treat sinus infection?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novaclav can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Novaclav and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Novaclav help in preventing cold?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Novaclav does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.