Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet

Short Description

Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat various types of bacterial infections, including diarrhea, and prevents the growth and spread of microorganisms.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection. It also prevents diarrhea which may occur as side effect of this medicine.

Take Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach. Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Amoxycillin, Clavulanic Acid, and Lactobacillus. Amoxycillin is an antibiotic that works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria. Lactobacillus is added to restore the balance of healthy bacteria.

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance. Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach. Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps. Stop taking Vexiclav 500mg/125mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.