Clavurox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clavurox Information

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

The correct dosage of Clavurox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clavurox as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clavurox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Clavurox's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Clavurox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clavurox related warnings section.

Clavurox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clavurox in conditions like Jaundice. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clavurox contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Clavurox 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 Clavurox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Clavurox Benefits & Uses

Clavurox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Throat Infection
Gonorrhea
Ear Infection
Impetigo

Clavurox 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Clavurox Side Effects

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

Mild

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Vaginal inflammation

Clavurox Related Warnings

Is the use of Clavurox safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Clavurox without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clavurox safe during breastfeeding?

Clavurox does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clavurox on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Clavurox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clavurox on the Liver?

Using Clavurox does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clavurox on the Heart?

Using Clavurox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clavurox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Clavurox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Clavurox

Is this Clavurox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Clavurox has not been reported.

Clavurox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clavurox

Some foods when eaten with Clavurox can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clavurox

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clavurox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Clavurox

Question over 4 years ago

Is Clavurox an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clavurox is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Clavurox?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Clavurox as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Clavurox?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Clavurox may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Clavurox?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Clavurox is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Clavurox safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clavurox is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.