About Klavox 1gm Tablets
Penicillin antibiotic with beta-lactamase inhibitor
Used for
- Bacterial infections of the ears, sinuses, throat, chest, skin, and urinary tract
- Dental infections
Usual adult dose
For many infections, 875 mg/125 mg by mouth every 12 hours, or 500 mg/125 mg every 8 hours; dosing depends on infection and kidney function.
Usual dose in children
Children may receive weight-based dosing of the amoxicillin component, divided every 8 or 12 hours; formulation and infection determine the dose.
Common side effects
- Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting
- Rash or itching
- Thrush
- Rarely, severe allergic reaction or liver injury
Important warnings
- Do not use with serious allergy to penicillin or related antibiotics.
- Not effective against viral infections such as colds or flu.
- Can cause severe diarrhea, including after treatment ends.
- Liver injury is more likely with previous reaction to this medicine.
Pregnancy
Generally considered usable when needed; treatment should be based on clinical assessment.
Breastfeeding
Usually compatible; monitor the infant for diarrhea, rash, or thrush.
Interactions
- Warfarin and related anticoagulants: may alter clotting tests.
- Allopurinol: may increase the chance of rash.
- Probenecid: may increase amoxicillin levels.
- Methotrexate: levels or toxicity may increase.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.