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Claxin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Claxin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Claxin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Claxin safe for pregnant women?
Claxin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Claxin safe during breastfeeding?
Claxin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Claxin on the Kidneys?
Claxin 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.
What is the effect of Claxin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Claxin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Claxin on the Heart?
Claxin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Claxin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Claxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Claxin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Claxin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Claxin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Claxin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Claxin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Claxin
Taking Claxin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Claxin
Information about the interaction of Claxin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Claxin 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.
Yes, Claxin can treat ear infection caused by bacteria. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Claxin 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.
Discontinuing Claxin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
No, you can not buy Claxin over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amoxil (amoxicillin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 657, 658, 702, 712, 721, 722, 723, 762
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 148-150
Prescribing Information [Internet]: AUGMENTIN® (amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium) Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets . GlaxoSmithKline
