Alphaclav Duo Forte 875/125 TM
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Active ingredients: amoxicillin + clavulanic acid
Brand name
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: ALPHACLAV DUO FORTE VIATRIS 875/125 amoxicillin 875 mg and clavulanic acid 125 mg tablets blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
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Alphaclav Duo Forte Viatris 875/125 amoxicillin 875 mg and clavulanic acid 125 mg tablets are indicated for short term treatment of bacterial infections at the following sites when caused by sensitive organisms (refer to Microbiology):,Urinary Tract Infections (uncomplicated and complicated),Lower Respiratory Tract Infections, including community acquired pneumonia and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis,Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, such as sinusitis, otitis media and recurrent tonsillitis.,Skin and Skin Structure Infection,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to identify the causative organism(s) and determine its (their) susceptibility to Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid tablets. However, when there is reason to believe an infection may involve any of the beta-lactamase producing organisms listed above, therapy may be instituted prior to obtaining the results from bacteriological and susceptibility studies. Once these results are known, therapy should be adjusted if appropriate.,The treatment of mixed infections caused by amoxicillin susceptible organisms and beta-lactamase producing organisms susceptible to Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid tablets should not require the addition of another antibiotic due to the amoxicillin content of these products.
How to use this medicine
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This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- A white elongated capsule shaped film coated tablet.
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Storage conditions
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- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
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These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 pack
- 2 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
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For the active ingredient amoxicillin + clavulanic acid
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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