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Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Information

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice are examples of such conditions. The section on Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Benzoclav is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Benzoclav is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

Is this Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

Taking Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Benzoclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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.