Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Alkem Laboratories 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	667

FAQ

Can I give a higher than the recommended dose of Clavam LB Bid 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.

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 Clavam LB Bid 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.

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

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

Can I stop giving Clavam LB Bid 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 I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Clavam LB Bid?

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.

What if I forget to give Clavam LB Bid 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.

Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup Reviews

Clavam LB Bid 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 Clavam LB Bid 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.

Clavam LB Bid 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 Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup Works

Clavam LB Bid 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 Clavam LB Bid 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. Clavam LB Bid is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup

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. Clavam LB Bid 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.
In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Clavam LB Bid is a medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections. Clavam LB Bid 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.

Uses of Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Treatment of Resistant Tuberculosis (TB)

Clavam LB Bid Dry Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

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

Kidney ^CAUTION

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

Quick Tips

Never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
Do not give Clavam LB Bid to treat the common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
Your child may have a bitter taste in the mouth after the intake of Clavam LB Bid. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Stop Clavam LB Bid immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.
Never self-medicate at home. Always consult the doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Never save medicine for future illnesses. It cannot be said whether the same medicine will work on future infections.
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.