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Moxclav Paediatric Drops


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Moxclav Paediatric Drops is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract. It is capable of killing bacteria that have become resistant to other therapies.

You can give Moxclav Paediatric Drops to your child with or without food. It is better to give it with food as that helps increase absorption and decrease the risk of stomach upset. The doctor may prescribe giving it two to three times a day. Medicine dose depends on the severity of the infection, its type, and your child’s body weight and age. So, stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed. If your child vomits the medicine within 30 minutes of intake, let the child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double dose if it's the time for the next dose.

Common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea. These side effects should diminish on their own. But, in case they persist or start bothering your child, consult the doctor. They may be able to help prevent or reduce the side effects.

Share your child’s entire medical history with the doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information will assist the doctor in making dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Moxclav Paediatric Drops in children

Benefits of Moxclav Paediatric Drops for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Moxclav Paediatric Drops contains two different medicines, Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.

This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin, teeth, joints, and bones. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Moxclav Paediatric Drops in children

Moxclav Paediatric Drops does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Moxclav

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

How can I give Moxclav Paediatric Drops to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Moxclav Paediatric Drops is to be taken with food.

How Moxclav Oral Suspension works

Moxclav Paediatric Drops is an antibiotic. It has two active agents, amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) essential for the survival of the bacteria. Whereas, clavulanic acid serves a special purpose of inhibiting an enzyme (beta-lactamase) that is produced by resistant bacteria. This makes the combination of amoxycillin and clavulanic acid an effective line of treatment for many types of infections.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Moxclav Paediatric Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Moxclav Paediatric Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Moxclav Paediatric Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Moxclav Paediatric Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Consult with your child’s doctor before giving Moxclav Paediatric Drops to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give Moxclav Paediatric Drops to my child?

You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless advised otherwise by the doctor. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Your child may have a bitter taste in the mouth after the intake of Moxclav Paediatric Drops. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
  • Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
  • Never give Moxclav Paediatric Drops until and unless prescribed by the doctor. You must also never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
  • Do not give Moxclav Paediatric Drops to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
  • Never save medicine for future illnesses. It cannot be said whether the same medicine will work on future infections.
  • Check ‘expiry’ before giving Moxclav Paediatric Drops to your child. Immediately discard all the expired medicines.
  • Stop Moxclav Paediatric Drops immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay. 

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Patient concerns

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Cold from 1 month ,nose drain heavily 5Taking antibiotics moxclav" 457mg"
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
Hi kindly massage by til oil on daily basis long with your treatment
I'm taking moxclav 625 for tongue infection. But now I feel itching very hardly. I read it is a side effect of moxclav. Can you advice what to do to avoid or reduce itching.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Stop this medicine and take tab Lecope one tab a day x 3 days
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FAQs

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Moxclav Paediatric Drops?

Moxclav Paediatric Drops can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Moxclav Paediatric Drops. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Moxclav Paediatric Drops?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Moxclav Paediatric Drops on a long-term basis?

With prolonged therapy, the doctor may monitor kidney and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Q. Can I give a higher than the recommended dose of Moxclav Paediatric Drops to my child?

No, giving a higher than recommended dose of this medicine can increase the risks of side effects. If your child experiences increased severity of symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Can I stop giving Moxclav Paediatric Drops to my child when the symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop giving this medicine to your child unless the full course of the treatment is complete, even if you feel better. The symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, continue giving the medicine for the due course as it may still be showing beneficial effects.

Q. Can the use of Moxclav Paediatric Drops cause diarrhea?

Yes, Moxclav Paediatric Drops may cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. In addition to that, the medicine may also affect the helpful bacteria in your child’s stomach and cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, encourage your child to drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less frequency of urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not give any other medicine to your child without consulting a doctor.

Q. Do all viral common colds result in secondary bacterial infection?

Most of the time, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. In fact, giving antibiotics in viral infection can increase your child’s risk of developing side effects. So, use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.

Q. Is there any sign which shows that my child needs immediate medical attention?

You must call your child’s doctor right away if your child experiences serious allergic reactions (breathing problems, skin rashes), gastrointestinal infections (diarrhea), and liver damage (weakness, paleness, vomiting). Though rare, these side effects are serious and need an expert’s attention.

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References

  1. National Health Service. Co-amoxiclav. [Accesses 13 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. National Health Service. Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while taking co-amoxiclav. [Last reviewed: 21 Sep 2022]. [Accessed 12th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:External Link

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