Amoxiclav children: the subtleties of application

Amoxiclav - combined preparation containing amoxicillin and clavulanic acid and has an antibacterial effect. Babies amoksiklav usually recommended to take three times a day: in the morning, after lunch (or after school) and at bedtime Dreams: how to understand our dreams . Between receptions amoksiklava must pass a minimum of 4 hours. Try to give the drug at the same time every day, so that the child accustomed to receiving medications.

Method of production

Amoxiclav available as:

• tablets for 0, 25 g and 0 and 50 g and 0 amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, 125 g (15 or 20 pieces per pack);
• powder for oral suspension in bottles of 100 ml;
• powder for oral drops (with a ratio of amoxycillin and klavulinovoy acid 125/31 mg 250/62 mg and 400/57 mg per 5 ml);
• powder for intravenous vials.

What dose amoxiclav should be given to the child?

The batch is individually depending on the severity and localization of infection susceptibility, age and health of the child. Exactly follow all the doctor's instructions regarding the dosage.

A single dose is determined depending on the age: for children aged 7-12 years - 250 mg, 2-7 years - 125 mg, 9 months-2 years - 62, 5 mg. In severe cases, the dose may be doubled. Doses orally for children from 9 months to 2 years - 20-40 mg / kg per day in 3 divided doses, for children 2-12 years - 20-50 mg / kg per day in 3 divided doses, depending on the severity of the infection . For children under the age of nine months of the oral dose has not been established. When preparing the suspension, syrup and drops as the solvent, use water. Tablets can be washed down with water, milk or fruit juice. The child must swallow the tablet without chewing it. In order to measure out the required amount of powder for syrup or suspension, use the measuring spoon, which included the drug, not the dining room or a teaspoon.

Take amoksiklav Amoxiclav - an effective tool against infections   It should be an empty stomach, so it is advisable to give medicine to a child for half an hour - an hour before a meal for. But if the child is suffering from gastritis or stomach upset, it is better to take amoksiklav with food.

When amoksiklav takes effect?

The first visible signs of improvement on the second or third day after the start of treatment. It is necessary to complete a full course of treatment Amoksiklava even after signs of improvement. Interrupting treatment can lead to the development of immunity to bacteria amoksiklav.

What if the child sick / vomiting?

If the child vomit within half an hour after taking amoksiklava, you must give him another dose of the drug.

If a child is pulled out an hour later after receiving amoksiklava, there is no need to give him another dose of medicine. Stick to the established schedule of treatment.

What if the child misses a dose?

If after a set time has passed amoksiklava receiving less than 1 hour, give your child the missed dose.

If after a set time has passed amoksiklava receiving more than 1 hour, do not give your child the missed dose. In the future, adhere to the established schedule of treatment.

If you forget to give your child medication before a meal, try to get the baby adopted it immediately after a meal.

What to do in case of excess dose?

Exceeding the recommended dose amoksiklava poses no threat to the child's health. If after taking the drug have passed less than 4 hours, you need to gastric lavage and activated charcoal designate Activated carbon - old but indispensable   to reduce the absorption of the drug. It is advisable to consult a doctor in order to avoid the consequences.

Do amoksiklava side effects?

In addition to the favorable effect of the drug can have side effects. Although not all of the following side effects observed in all cases, they may require medical intervention.

When at least one of the following side effects as soon as possible to see a doctor

Side effects amoksiklava requiring medical intervention

If the child appears a skin rash or itching, if it is difficult to breathe, if the lips, tongue, or a child's face swollen and swollen, it may be an allergic reaction to the components amoksiklava. In this case, as soon as possible to see a doctor.

It is also recommended to consult your doctor and stop taking amoksiklava if your child shows the following symptoms: Any rash and redness on the skin, peeling skin, in short, any changes in the skin; diarrhea that lasts for two days or more, especially with traces of blood or mucus, and dark urine.

Side effects that do not require medical attention

Some children after the first dose amoksiklava occur diarrhea or stomach pain, possible nausea and vomiting. These symptoms gradually disappear as the body adapts to the antibiotic.

Perhaps darkening (or yellowing) of tooth enamel. To resolve this symptom is enough to brush your teeth.

In the mouth, the child may appear white spots, and the girls still possible itching or burning sensation in the vagina Burning in the vagina: find the cause . It is a fungal infection known as thrush (candidiasis). If you suspect a child candidiasis, consult your doctor.

In applying amoksiklava the child may experience headaches. They disappear after discontinuation of the drug.

Can you give your child other medicines at the same time Amoksiklava?

You can give your child medicines containing paracetamol and ibuprofen, unless expressly prohibited by the doctor.

Amoxiclav not recommended to take a number of medications, prescription. Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medicines the child takes.

Before giving your child a new medicine, including herbal remedies, consult your doctor.