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

Xtend Information

Xtend is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Xtend has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xtend. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xtend as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Xtend are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xtend is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Xtend related warnings talks about Xtend's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Xtend is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xtend are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Xtend may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xtend is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Xtend Benefits & Uses
Xtend Dosage & How to Take
Xtend Side Effects
Xtend Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Xtend with Other Drugs
Xtend Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Xtend
Xtend Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Xtend Benefits & Uses

Xtend 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

Xtend 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

Xtend Side Effects

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

Xtend Related Warnings

Is the use of Xtend safe for pregnant women?

Xtend is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Xtend safe during breastfeeding?

Xtend does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Xtend on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Xtend. 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 Xtend on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Xtend. 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 Xtend on the Heart?

Xtend may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xtend with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Xtend Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Xtend

Is this Xtend habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Xtend has not been reported.

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

After taking Xtend you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Xtend 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?

There is no benefit of taking Xtend for mental disorders.

No

Xtend Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xtend

You can take Xtend with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xtend

Information about the interaction of Xtend and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Xtend

Question about 6 years ago

What is Xtend?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Xtend 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

Does Xtend treat sinus infection?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xtend can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Xtend 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

Can I take Xtend with Ibuprofen?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xtend can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Xtend for cough?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xtend can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Xtend without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Xtend 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.