Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, bone, soft tissue, joints, urinary tract, and respiratory tract. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in the body.

Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Clavulanic acid decreases bacterial resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria. Together, Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj helps treat bacterial infections. 

The dose and duration of Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj depends on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj to prevent unpleasant side effects. Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics. Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, bone, soft tissue, joints, urinary tract, and respiratory tract. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Amoxycillin against the bacteria. Together, Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj helps in treating bacterial infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

• Pain and swelling at the injection site
• Skin rashes
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Bloating
• Gas

Do not take Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj if you are allergic to any of the contents or have jaundice. Inform your doctor if you have glandular fever, inflammation of the intestine, fits, liver/kidney problems or if you are unable to pass urine regularly. Consult your doctor before taking Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj may have interaction with anti-gout (allopurinol, probenecid), anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-cancer (methotrexate), and immunosuppressant (mycophenolate mofetil).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), mononucleosis (viral infection with a sore throat and fever), haemodialysis, or liver/kidney dysfunction, inform your doctor before taking Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj.

• ALLOPURINOL
• PROBENECID
• WARFARIN
• METHOTREXATE
• MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL

• It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj to restore some healthy intestinal bacteria that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet. Fibre can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains, like whole-grain bread and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
• Avoid overeating calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj in fighting off infections.

Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj might affect blood and urine tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Opticlav 1.2Gm Inj.

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.