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

Striker Benefits & Uses

Striker 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

Striker 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

Striker Related Warnings

Is the use of Striker safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Striker safely.

Safe
Is the use of Striker safe during breastfeeding?

Striker is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Striker on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Striker. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Striker on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Striker on the Heart?

Striker has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Striker with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Striker Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Striker

Is this Striker habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Striker has not been reported.

No
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 Striker can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Striker is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Striker Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Striker

It is safe to take Striker with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Striker

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Striker with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Striker

Question over 5 years ago

Does Striker cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Striker 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 over 5 years ago

Does Striker cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Striker can cause hair loss. It is rare side effects of this drug but its serious complication. If you experience hair loss after taking medicine contact your doctor right away.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Striker?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Striker can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Striker with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Striker 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

Can I buy Striker over-the-counter?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you can not buy Striker 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.