Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Information

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet in conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. Some other conditions that can be affected by Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Duroclav 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

Duroclav 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

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Side Effects

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

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

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

Duroclav is safe for pregnant women.

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

Duroclav does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Duroclav. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Duroclav has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Duroclav 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 Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

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

Interaction between Food and Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

Taking Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.

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

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Duroclav 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Duroclav cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Duroclav 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

How does Duroclav works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Duroclav works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Duroclav with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Duroclav 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

Does Duroclav cause weight loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Duroclav causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Duroclav on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Discontinuing Duroclav 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.