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

Midoxiclav Benefits & Uses

Midoxiclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Midoxiclav 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
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Bacterial Vaginosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Midoxiclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Midoxiclav safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Midoxiclav without worrying about any side effects.

Mild
Is the use of Midoxiclav safe during breastfeeding?

Midoxiclav is safe for breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Midoxiclav on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Midoxiclav on kidney have been reported.

Safe
What is the effect of Midoxiclav on the Liver?

Midoxiclav is completely safe for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Midoxiclav on the Heart?

Midoxiclav is not harmful for the heart.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Midoxiclav with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Doxycycline

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Furosemide

Allopurinol

Midoxiclav Contraindications

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

Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Midoxiclav

Is this Midoxiclav habit forming or addictive?

Midoxiclav does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Midoxiclav as you may feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Midoxiclav should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Midoxiclav in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Midoxiclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Midoxiclav

Taking Midoxiclav with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Midoxiclav

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Midoxiclav with alcohol.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Midoxiclav

Question about 5 years ago

Does Midoxiclav treat sinus infection?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Midoxiclav can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Midoxiclav and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Midoxiclav cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Midoxiclav 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 almost 6 years ago

Does Midoxiclav cause stomach upset?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Midoxiclav?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Midoxiclav 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Midoxiclav over-the-counter?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you can not buy Midoxiclav 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.