Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet

Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that combines amoxicillin 250 mg with clavulanic acid 125 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the penicillin-type antibiotic class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet works by helping kill susceptible bacteria and is commonly used when a doctor wants broader coverage than amoxicillin alone.

How it works: Amoxicillin kills bacteria by interfering with the bacterial cell wall so they cannot survive and multiply. Clavulanic acid protects amoxicillin from being broken down by certain bacterial enzymes, which is why the Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet can work against a wider range of bacteria.

The Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet strength provides a fixed 250 mg to 125 mg ratio of amoxicillin to clavulanic acid in one tablet, which may be chosen for adults or older patients who need this specific dose and can swallow tablets. Compared with lower strengths, this tablet gives a higher clavulanic acid amount relative to amoxicillin, which can help overcome some bacterial resistance but may also make stomach upset more likely in sensitive people. A doctor selects this strength based on the infection being treated, kidney function, and the total daily dose needed.

• Sinus infection
• Ear infection
• Chest infection
• Skin infection
• Urinary tract infection
• Dental infection

• Swallow the Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet with a full glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• Take it at the same times each day to keep the antibiotic level steady.
• Taking Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet at the start of a meal can help reduce nausea and stomach upset.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Use only the dosing schedule your doctor gives you, because this tablet strength is not meant for casual or self-start use.

Each Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet contains 250 mg of amoxicillin plus 125 mg of clavulanic acid. Your doctor may prescribe it 2 to 3 times a day depending on the infection, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount must be set by the prescriber for your case. Do not change the dose yourself, because too much can raise the risk of side effects and too little may not clear the infection.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid may include:

• Diarrhea, which may be more noticeable with the clavulanic acid in Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Mild skin rash
• Headache

• Do not take Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet if you have ever had a serious allergy to penicillins or cephalosporin antibiotics unless a clinician says it is safe.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of jaundice with amoxicillin-clavulanate products, because this tablet can affect the liver.
• People with kidney problems may need a different dose or longer dosing interval.
• Take with food if your stomach feels upset; empty-stomach use can increase nausea.
• This antibiotic can make some birth control pills less reliable, so ask about backup contraception if needed.
• Alcohol is not known to directly interact with this tablet, but it may worsen stomach upset or dehydration if you are sick.
• Use caution if you develop a rash, because a penicillin allergy can sometimes start after previous uneventful use.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• Allopurinol
• Probenecid
• Live oral typhoid vaccine

Store Flemiclav 250 mg/125 mg Tablet in its original strip at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.