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Xclav Benefits & Uses

Xclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Xclav 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

Xclav Side Effects

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

Xclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Xclav safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Xclav safely.

Mild
Is the use of Xclav safe during breastfeeding?

Xclav does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Xclav on the Kidneys?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Xclav on the Liver?

Xclav is completely safe for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Xclav on the Heart?

Using Xclav does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Xclav with Other Drugs

Xclav 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

Xclav Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xclav 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 Xclav

Is this Xclav habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Xclav is addictive.

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 Xclav can make you feel drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Xclav should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Xclav is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Xclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xclav

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

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xclav

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Xclav

Question almost 6 years ago

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

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Discontinuing Xclav 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 take Xclav with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Xclav 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

Does Xclav treat sinus infection?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xclav can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Xclav 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 Xclav cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Xclav 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

Can I take Xclav with paracetamol.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Xclav with paracetamol. No clinical drug-drug interactions have observed between them. However, if you feel any side effects after consuming these two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.