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Clavam Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Clavam Drops also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clavam Drops. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clavam Drops as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clavam Drops are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Clavam Drops has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Clavam Drops has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clavam Drops related warnings section.
Clavam Drops 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Clavam Drops are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Clavam Drops may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Clavam Drops is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clavam Drops is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Clavam Drops safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Clavam without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clavam Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Clavam does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clavam Drops on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Clavam. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Clavam Drops on the Liver?
Clavam can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Clavam Drops on the Heart?
Clavam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clavam Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clavam Drops habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clavam Drops has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clavam Drops you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Clavam Drops is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clavam Drops cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clavam Drops
It is safe to take Clavam Drops with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clavam Drops
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clavam Drops and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can take Clavam 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.
No, you can not buy Clavam 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.
Yes, Clavam 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.
Clavam 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.
No, Clavam 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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