Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is a penicillin-type of antibiotic that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold.
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is a penicillin-type of antibiotic that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold.
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is a penicillin-type of antibiotic that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold.
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It is strictly advised to be used as per the doctor’s prescription.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and thrush. Additionally, you may notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these do not get better or persist for a longer duration of time. In cases of patients with severe liver or kidney disease, consult your doctor before you start with the treatment.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if used under a doctor’s supervision.
03Uses
Prophylaxis of surgery associated Bacterial infections
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid. Amoxycillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Zooclav Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection, get the injection as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Prophylaxis of surgery associated Bacterial infections
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection 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 in the prophylaxis of surgery associated bacterial infections such as gastrointestinal tract, pelvic cavity, head and neck, biliary tract surgery. 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.
08Side Effects
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Thrush
09Safety Information
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection may cause side effects such as allergic reactions, dizziness or fits that may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:CAUTION
Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Zooclav 250mg/50mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.
References
Sources and references
