Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Cygnus Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Active Ingredient	Cefuroxime (125mg) + Clavulanic Acid (31.25mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	405

FAQ

Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Hence, you must give antibiotics to your child only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

What if I give too much of Fortclav Duo by mistake?

An extra dose of Fortclav Duo is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Fortclav Duo to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Fortclav Duo?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

For how long do I need to give Fortclav Duo to my child?

Give Fortclav Duo for as long as advised by the doctor. Usually, it takes 3 to 5 days for the infection to start improving. However, you must still finish the full course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly by yourself as that may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.

My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Can I give Fortclav Duo to my child?

Fortclav Duo may cause seizure activity, particularly in children who have kidney disease. So, Fortclav Duo should be used with caution in children with a history of seizure disorder. If seizures occur, discontinue Fortclav Duo and visit your child’s doctor right away.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Fortclav Duo ?

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.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Fortclav Duo?

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

My child is underweight and is not growing as per his age. Is it safe to give Fortclav Duo?

Use Fortclav Duo with caution as it may be associated with blood clotting problems especially in children who are underweight and not growing adequately. This risk is further increased if the child has underlying liver and kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor in such cases.

Can Fortclav Duo impact my child’s digestion?

Antibiotics kill the infection-causing bacteria, but while doing this they may affect the good bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. As a result, your child may develop diarrhea or some other infections as well. Moreover, children have a more sensitive stomach than adults, so the likelihood of developing a stomach upset is more. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Fortclav Duo, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

What if you forget to take Fortclav Dry Syrup?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup Reviews

Fortclav Duo is a potent antibiotic that effectively treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, abdomen, and urinary tract in children. It also prevents infection after surgeries and animal or human bite wounds.

Fortclav Duo can be given either before or after meals but giving it with food improves absorption and reduces the chances of stomach upset in your child. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again but do not double dose if it is already time for the next dose.

This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and allergy. These episodes should start receding after a few doses. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup Works

Fortclav Duo is a combination of two medicines: Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid. Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate Cefuroxime. Addition of Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria.

How to Use Fortclav Duo 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. Fortclav Duo is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Fortclav Duo contains two different medicines, Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Cefuroxime works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria.This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues. 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.

Uses of Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Fortclav Duo Dry Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Fortclav Duo 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.

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Fortclav Duo 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.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Fortclav Duo is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Fortclav Duo is recommended.However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fortclav Duo. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^{NOT RELEVANT}

Not relevant, as Fortclav Duo is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney ^CAUTION

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

Quick Tips

Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Fortclav Duo to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
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.
Discontinue giving Fortclav Duo and consult the doctor immediately in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.