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

Joyclav Information

Joyclav is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Joyclav have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Joyclav. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Joyclav can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Joyclav are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Joyclav's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Joyclav related warnings talks about Joyclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Joyclav is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice are examples of such conditions. The section on Joyclav contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Joyclav have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Joyclav, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Joyclav Benefits & Uses

Joyclav 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

Joyclav 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

Joyclav Side Effects

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

Joyclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Joyclav safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Joyclav in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Joyclav safe during breastfeeding?

Joyclav is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Joyclav on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Joyclav. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Joyclav on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Joyclav. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Joyclav only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Joyclav on the Heart?

Joyclav is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Joyclav with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Joyclav Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Joyclav

Is this Joyclav habit forming or addictive?

Joyclav is not addictive in nature.

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 Joyclav can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Joyclav only as per medical advice.

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

No, Joyclav is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Joyclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Joyclav

Taking Joyclav with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Joyclav

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Joyclav

Question about 6 years ago

How does Joyclav works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Joyclav 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

Does Joyclav cause weight loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Joyclav 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

Does Joyclav cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Joyclav 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

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

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Discontinuing Joyclav 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Joyclav over-the-counter?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you can not buy Joyclav 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.