Acuclav LB Dry Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Amoxycillin (200mg) + Clavulanic Acid (28.5mg) + Lactobacillus (30Million spores)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	777

FAQ

Can I give a higher than the recommended dose of Acuclav LB to my child?

No, giving a higher than the 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.

Can I stop giving Acuclav LB 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.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Acuclav LB?

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

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Acuclav LB?

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.

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.

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Acuclav LB 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.

What if I forget to give Acuclav LB 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.

Acuclav LB Dry Syrup Reviews

Acuclav LB is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract in children. It can kill the bacteria that have become resistant to other therapies and has a lesser chance of causing side effects like diarrhea.

You can give Acuclav LB to your child with or without food. However, giving it with food helps increase absorption and decrease the risk of stomach upset. The doctor may prescribe giving it two to three times a day, depending on the type and severity of the infection, your child’s body weight, and age. So, stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, let the child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double dose if it is the time for the next dose.

Acuclav LB may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, and allergy. These side effects should resolve on their own. But, in case they persist or start bothering your child, you must not delay speaking to your child’s doctor.

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

How Acuclav LB Dry Syrup Works

Acuclav LB is an antibiotic. It has three active agents, Amoxycillin, clavulanic acid, and lactobacillus. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. Whereas, clavulanic acid serves the special purpose of inhibiting an enzyme (beta-lactamase) that is produced by resistant bacteria. While these two medicines treat your child’s infection, they may upset your child’s digestive system by killing healthy gut bacteria due to the prolonged intake of this medicine. The third agent, lactobacillus helps prevent side effects such as diarrhea by restoring the balance of healthy bacteria in your child’s gut.

How to Use Acuclav LB Dry Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Acuclav LB is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Acuclav LB Dry Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Acuclav LB is a medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections. Acuclav LB also treats bacterial pneumonia, which is a very common condition in children. This medicine inhibits the bacteria from multiplying, thereby arresting their growth. It is also given as an empirical therapy in conditions where the infection-causing bacteria is unknown and as a preventive (prophylactic) antibiotic therapy.It may be given alone or along with some other medicines. Your child may start to feel better within 2 to 3 days of regular dosing. For best results, finish the full course of the medicine without stopping abruptly as doing so may lead to ineffective treatment and worsen your child’s condition.
In Treatment of Resistant Tuberculosis (TB): In multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis, the causative bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase. This enzyme breaks down the antibiotics and makes them ineffective. As a result, the bacteria become resistant to the antibiotic being used for treatment. Acuclav LB comprises two active ingredients, Amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. While clavulanic acid stops the enzyme from rendering Amoxycillin ineffective, Amoxycillin works towards killing the tuberculosis-causing bacteria. This makes the combination of Amoxycillin and clavulanic acid an effective treatment for resistant tuberculosis.

Uses of Acuclav LB Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Treatment of Resistant Tuberculosis (TB)

Acuclav LB Dry Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Acuclav LB should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acuclav LB may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Acuclav LB should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acuclav LB may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Never self-medicate at home. Always consult the doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Stop Acuclav LB immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.
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.
Never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
Your child may have a bitter taste in the mouth after the intake of Acuclav LB. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Do not give Acuclav LB to treat the 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.