Afd Clav 625mg Tablets

Afd Clav tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections, including those of the lungs, airways, ears, urinary tract, skin, bones, joints, soft tissue, and teeth. This combination medicine contains amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, both of which belong to the class of antibiotics. Please notify your doctor if you are allergic to antibiotics or have had any allergic reactions after taking them.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, and provide details about your medical history. You should take Afd Clav tablet as directed by your doctor for the prescribed duration. It is advisable to take this tablet with meals to prevent stomach upset.

Always complete the entire course of treatment with this medicine, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure and increase the risk of re-infection. Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic medications, are taking any other medications, or have an existing medical condition.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include stomach disturbances, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness and fluid retention. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

It is advised not to miss any dose of antibiotics, as this can lead to therapy failure. If you have missed taking any dose of Afd Clav tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Afd Clav tablet works by the combined action of its two components.
• Amoxicillin kills the bacteria responsible for infections. However, the bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) that can destroy amoxicillin.
• Clavulanic acid inactivates this enzyme, thereby allowing amoxicillin to function optimally.

Directions for Use

• Take Afd Clav tablet as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water; do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
• It should be taken after your meal to avoid stomach discomfort. It is best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results, and you should not consume it more than prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Afd Clav tablet during pregnancy?

It is advised not to take Afd Clav tablet during pregnancy unless it is considered essential by your doctor. It is essential to always consult a doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Afd Clav tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advised not to breastfeed when you are taking Afd Clav tablet as its components pass into the breastmilk & are known to cause fungal infections of the mouth and diarrhoea in your baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Afd Clav tablet?

It is advised not to drive or use machines when taking Afd Clav tablet, as it may cause dizziness, fits, and allergic reactions.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Afd Clav tablet?

It is advisable to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Afd Clav tablet, as it may worsen the side effects like dizziness and fits.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have liver problems.
• You are over 60 years old.
• You have difficulty passing urine.
• You have a kidney problem, as you may experience fits.
• You experience fatigue, fever, rash and swollen glands.
• You experience redness of the skin followed by eruptions.
• You ever had allergic reactions to penicillin, cephalosporins.
• You have diarrhoea and stomach pain even after stopping treatment with Afd Clav tablet.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to amoxicillin or clavulanic acid or any of the ingredients of Afd Clav tablet.
• If you have experienced liver problems & jaundice with this medicine before.
• If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to any other antibiotic like cephalosporins, monobactam, or carbapenem.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Afd Clav tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products your child is currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• There is an increased risk of bleeding when taken with medicines used to thin the blood, like warfarin and acenocoumarol; it is advised to monitor blood tests like PT-INR regularly.
• Increased side effects when taken with methotrexate which is used in the treatment of cancer.
• Medicines used to treat gout, such as allopurinol or probenecid, and those used to modify an immune response during an organ transplant, like mycophenolate mofetil, should be used cautiously with Afd Clav tablet.

Storage and disposal

• Store Afd Clav tablet in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets. Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
• Discard any unused medicine properly; do not flush it down the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does Afd Clav tablet cause diarrhoea?

Yes, diarrhoea is a common side effect of Afd Clav tablet. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience diarrhoea with blood and mucus, along with stomach pain and fever. It can be a sign of inflammation of the large intestine.

How long does it take for Afd Clav tablet to show its effects?

Afd Clav tablet can start showing its effect approximately 1 hour after consumption. However, it varies among individuals and can also vary due to an individual's physiology and the severity of the infection. As it is an antibiotic medicine, the complete effect towards the infection can be seen after you complete the course of antibiotic treatment.

How many times should I take Afd Clav tablet in a day?

The exact frequency of consumption of Afd Clav tablet depends upon your infection or disease. Your doctor will decide this after assessing the problem. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Please refrain from self-medicating with antibiotics and do not take them in excess or less than the recommended dose.