Dr. Aditya Shah
Expert In Clinical Pharmacology And Drug SafetyView moreWhat is Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g
Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g is an antibiotic consumed to treat bacterial infections across the body. Besides this, the syrup is also majorly used to treat bacterial infections that haven’t been treats with any therapies earlier, like tuberculosis.
The syrup has major two ingredients Amoxicillin and clavulanate. Amoxicillin belongs to group of medicine known as Penicillin inhibitors and Clavulanate is categorized as beta-lactamase inhibitor. But note that Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g shall not be used to treats cold, flu or virus-related infections, it is not effective for that.
Key Information
- Ingredient: There are two key components in Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g, Amoxicillin and Clavulanate. Amoxicillin is the main ingredient (400mg/5m) and Clavulanate is the secondary ingredient (57mg/5ml).
- Use: To eradicate bacterial infection across the body and especially Tuberculosis.
- Mechanism: The key ingredients work to kill the residing bacterial in the affected area and prevent them from multiplying further. Amoxicillin is responsible for preventing the creating of cell walls in bacteria, which is utmost essential.
- Dosage: 300 mg- 400 mg 3 to 4 times a day. For patients with certain illnesses, dosage may be altered.
- Common side effects:
- Major Warnings: If you already have an eye illness earlier than this, inform the doctor at the time of checkup about it.
Dosage
For adults, the dosage is 1 drop for 4 times a day. For children there is no uniform dosage, it may vary as per doctor’s recommendation.
For children less than dosage is determined by the body weight. Hence, follow the doctor’s instruction here. In some situations, your dosage may differ from another patient of same age. But you should not try to copy other’s dose.
➯ Overdose:
Try not to consume excess dose that are recommended in the prescription. But if overdose has happened then visit your doctor as soon as possible. If he/she is out of reach, then look for any medical help nearby.
Overdose could cause side effects like inflammation, swelling, uneasy feeling, and headache.
➯ Missed Dose:
Missing the dose must be avoided at all costs. Forgetting the dose does not cause any side effects but it reduces the efficiency of the drug. The results may get delayed and your healing time will increase.
Only thing to note while missed dose is never attempt to compensate the missed dose by consuming twice the dosage next time. This is an unhealthy step and results in overdose.
Side Effects
No usual side effects for Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g DDS 5 if you obedient towards the prescription.
Common side effects
- Redness
- Swelling
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
Precaution
Alcohol Consumption: It is unsafe to consume alcohol along with Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g DDS 5. Sleepiness is already a usual side effects after taking the syrup. Alcohol in such a situation will further increase drowsiness and sleepy feeling.
Liver patients: Liver patients must remain cautious and take special precautions otherwise your liver disorder might get worse. For such patient’s dosage adjustments are usually made.
Driving: Driving requires full alertness, here Augmentin Syrup will slightly make you feel sleepy and dizzy for some time. So, delay your drive and it’s better to take rest. Not only driving, avoid any task like working at high tension lines, in a factory or any job that involves high safety concerns.
Breastfeeding: Not study or report to show correlation of the drug with breastmilk. Consult your doctor before application.
Diarrhea: If you are already suffering from diarrhea, then check with your doctor. Amoxicillin and Clavulanate tends to worsen your diarrhea.
Skin allergy: This drug can further intensify your existing skin allergies. Especially if you are suffering from anaphylaxis, then this drug could be fatal. Inform the doctor about any such possible allergies and reactions during checkup.
Tooth Discoloration: Usually, children experience tooth discoloration during medication of Augmentin Syrup DDS 5. Teeth may turn yellow, grayish, or brown. To counter this, get this checked up with your doctor.
FAQs
Q. Why Is Augmentin Syrup DDS 5.4g Prescribed?
For the treatment of bacterial infections anywhere in the body. And especially in the treatment of tuberculosis.
Q. Can I Take A Higher Than The Recommended Dose Of This Medication?
This is not recommended. One shall remain stuck to the dose mentioned in the prescription. Overdose causes multiple side effects like bowel issues, headache, vomiting, and sleep disturbances.
Q. How Shall We Consume This Drug?
Usually, you need to swallow it with water without chewing or breaking. You can take with or without food, but best method is to take it before a meal or snack. This helps prevent stomach issues.
Q. Where Shall I Buy Serenance?
Need to visit powpills.com or avail it from any medical store in your vicinity.
Q. Can I Get My Child Vaccinated During Dosage Of This Drug?
Usually, antibiotics do not cause any reaction with vaccines. But children with medication of antibiotics must take vaccination once the dosage is completed.
Q. Can I Stop The Medication On My Own?
A proper recommendation of the doctor is necessary.
