Can you take co-Amoxiclav twice a day?

Can you take co-Amoxiclav twice a day?

Dose adjustments are based on the maximum recommended level of amoxicillin. No adjustment in dose is required in patients with creatinine clearance (CrCl) greater than 30 ml/min. 15 mg/3.75 mg/kg twice daily (maximum 500 mg/125 mg twice daily). 15 mg/3.75 mg/kg as a single daily dose (maximum 500 mg/125 mg).

What is AMOX CLAV 500 125mg?

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections.

What are the contraindications of co-Amoxiclav?

Co-amoxiclav is contraindicated – in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to beta-lactams, e.g. penicillins and cephalosporins – in patients with a previous history of amoxicillin-clavulanate-associated jaundice/hepatic dysfunction.

How many days should you take co-Amoxiclav?

Dosage for adults (including the elderly) and children over 12: The usual dose is 375mg three times a day, preferably every 8 hours, for a maximum of 14 days. For more severe infections: One 625mg tablet three times a day.

How quickly does co-Amoxiclav work?

For most infections, you’ll start to feel better within a few days. Usually you take co-amoxiclav 3 times a day. The most common side effects of co-amoxiclav are diarrhoea, thrush and feeling or being sick.

Is AMOX CLAV stronger than amoxicillin?

Amoxicillin and Augmentin are similar antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. Augmentin contains amoxicillin combined with another ingredient, clavulanate, for higher potency. Both Amoxicillin and Augmentin are part of a class of antibiotics called beta-lactams.

Can Co-amoxiclav make you sleepy?

Although it’s rare, some of the antibiotics that may have a side effect of tiredness or weakness include: amoxicillin (Amoxil, Moxatag) azithromycin (Z-Pak, Zithromax, and Zmax)

How long do Co-amoxiclav take to work?