Benzoclav 1000 Mg/200 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Benzoclav Information

Benzoclav is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Other than this, Benzoclav has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Benzoclav. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Benzoclav side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Benzoclav are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Benzoclav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Benzoclav has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Benzoclav related warnings section.

Benzoclav can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Benzoclav in conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. The section on Benzoclav contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Benzoclav may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Benzoclav Benefits & Uses

Benzoclav 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

Benzoclav 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: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6.25 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Benzoclav Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Benzoclav 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

Benzoclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzoclav safe for pregnant women?

Benzoclav is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Benzoclav safe during breastfeeding?

Benzoclav is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Benzoclav on the Kidneys?

Benzoclav 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 Benzoclav on the Liver?

Benzoclav may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Benzoclav on the Heart?

Benzoclav may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Benzoclav with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Benzoclav Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Benzoclav

Is this Benzoclav habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Benzoclav.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Benzoclav as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Benzoclav only as per medical advice.

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

No, Benzoclav is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Benzoclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzoclav

Taking Benzoclav with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzoclav

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Benzoclav with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Benzoclav

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Benzoclav cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Benzoclav can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Benzoclav cause yeast infection?

Yes, Benzoclav can cause yeast infection especially in women. You are recommended to inform doctor/gynaecologist if you are experiencing symptoms of yeast infections after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Benzoclav cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Benzoclav does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Benzoclav?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Benzoclav is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.