In Treatment of Bacterial infections Afinar Clav Dry Syrup is a medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections. Afinar Clav Dry Syrup 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.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>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.
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. Afinar Clav Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.
- Kidney : CAUTION
Afinar Clav Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Afinar Clav Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Afinar Clav Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Afinar Clav Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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.
Can I give a higher than the recommended dose of Afinar Clav Dry Syrup 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 other medicines be given at the same time as Afinar Clav Dry Syrup?::: Afinar Clav Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Afinar Clav Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child?s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Can I stop giving Afinar Clav Dry Syrup 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 Afinar Clav Dry Syrup?::: 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.| Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Afinar Clav Dry Syrup 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.| 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.
Afinar Clav Dry Syrup 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.