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Hiclav is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Hiclav depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Hiclav 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 Hiclav safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Hiclav without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Hiclav safe during breastfeeding?
Hiclav does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Hiclav on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Hiclav. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Hiclav on the Liver?
Hiclav can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Hiclav on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Hiclav on the heart have been reported.
Hiclav 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 Hiclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hiclav habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hiclav has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Hiclav. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Hiclav is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Hiclav in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Hiclav
Taking Hiclav with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hiclav
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hiclav with alcohol will be.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Hiclav 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.
Hiclav is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Hiclav 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.
No, you can not buy Hiclav 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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