Clavam Forte Dry Syrup

Overview of Your Child’s Medication

Clavam Forte Dry Syrup is an antibiotic designed to combat bacterial infections in children. It effectively treats infections affecting the ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract. Additionally, it is useful against bacteria that have developed resistance to other treatments, including some forms of drug-resistant tuberculosis.

This medicine can be given to your child with or without food, though administering it with meals may enhance absorption and reduce stomach discomfort. Depending on the infection’s severity and your child’s age and weight, a doctor may recommend dosing two to three times daily. It is important to follow the prescribed dose and schedule strictly. If your child vomits within 30 minutes after taking the medicine, allow them to settle before giving the dose again. Do not double the dose if the next scheduled dose is near.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, and allergic reactions. These effects usually improve on their own, but if they continue or become severe, consult your child’s doctor promptly.

Important Precautions

Make sure to inform your healthcare provider about your child’s complete medical history, especially if there have been allergies, heart issues, blood disorders, birth defects, breathing difficulties, lung conditions, digestive problems, skin conditions, liver disease, or kidney problems. This information helps the doctor tailor the treatment plan and dosage accurately.

Uses of Clavam Forte Dry Syrup in Children

• Treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB)

• Management of various bacterial infections

Benefits for Your Child

Clavam Forte Dry Syrup is particularly effective in treating multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. In such cases, bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase that breaks down many antibiotics, making them ineffective. This syrup combines amoxycillin and clavulanic acid, where clavulanic acid blocks the beta-lactamase enzyme, allowing amoxycillin to destroy the bacteria causing TB effectively.

Side Effects in Children

Generally, Clavam Forte Dry Syrup is well tolerated in children. Any side effects that do occur often diminish as the body adapts. Consult your doctor if side effects persist or cause concern. Common side effects include:

• Abdominal pain

• Allergic reactions

• Vomiting

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

• Fungal infections of the skin or mucous membranes (mucocutaneous candidiasis)

How to Administer

Follow the dosage instructions provided by your child’s doctor carefully. Prepare the syrup by dissolving the powder in sterile water and shaking well before use. It is best given with food to reduce stomach upset.

How the Medicine Works

Clavam Forte Dry Syrup contains two active ingredients: amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin fights bacteria by disrupting their protective cell wall, which is crucial for bacterial survival. Clavulanic acid inhibits the beta-lactamase enzyme produced by resistant bacteria, protecting amoxycillin and enhancing its effectiveness.

Safety Advice

• Kidney: Use cautiously in children with kidney problems. Dosage adjustments may be necessary. Consult your doctor.

• Liver: Use with caution in cases of liver disease. Dose adjustments may be required, and consultation with the doctor is essential, especially in severe liver conditions.

Missed Dose

If a dose is missed, give it as soon as you remember unless it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one. Always stick to the prescribed schedule.