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Hlo dr , I have a query that I am 34 kg only at age 26 years old and my dr prescribed me antibiotics of 625 mg for infection ...can I take safely because it is of high dose and my weight is low...
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Amoxicillin-clavulanate 625 mg is a standard adult dose and it is safe at 34-37 kg as long as your kidneys are normal - the dosing for this drug is not scaled down by body weight in adults the way paediatric doses are. So go ahead and take it as your doctor wrote, twice or thrice daily as prescribed, and complete the full course rather than stopping when you feel better. Take it after food to avoid nausea, and expect loose motions in a few people - curd or a probiotic helps. What worries me more is 34 kg at 26 years; that is significantly underweight and deserves its own workup.
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Finish the prescribed course of Clamp 625 with food and keep yourself well hydrated. Separately, get a CBC, thyroid profile, HbA1c, coeliac screen and a stool test done to find why your weight is so low. Add a high-calorie diet - milk, eggs, nuts, ghee, dates - in small frequent meals rather than two big ones. If you want, book a consult with me on Practo with these reports and I will work out a proper weight-gain and nutrition plan for you. Stop the antibiotic and seek help immediately if you get a rash, swelling of the lips or face, breathlessness, or severe watery diarrhoea.
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Yeah.....
No problem
You can take
There are no issues
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Dose is ok
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Don’t panic at seeing no.625mg it’s completely safe and required dose to act effectively
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Hello. Yes, Clamp 625 mg (Amoxicillin 500 mg + Clavulanic Acid 125 mg) is safe to take, but your concern regarding your low body weight (34 kg) is completely valid.
Clinical Clarification:
Standard Adult Dosing: In medical practice, 18 years and above is considered adult age, and Clamp 625 mg twice daily is the standard therapeutic adult dose for bacterial infections (such as respiratory, ear, throat, or soft tissue infections).
Weight Considerations: Since your body weight is 34 kg, standard adult doses can sometimes cause mild gastrointestinal side effects (like nausea, loose stools, or stomach upset). However, to effectively eliminate a bacterial infection and prevent antibiotic resistance, an adequate therapeutic dose is essential.
Alternative Option: If the 625 mg dose causes severe nausea or abdominal discomfort, your doctor may adjust your dose to Clamp 375 mg (Amoxicillin 250 mg + Clavulanic Acid 125 mg) taken twice daily instead.
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Since a body weight of 34 kg at age 26 indicates significant underweight status, schedule a routine consultation with me on practo after recovering from this infection to evaluate underlying causes (such as anemia, thyroid dysfunction, or dietary deficiencies)
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Always Take After Meals: Take the antibiotic tablet strictly after a heavy meal or breakfast to minimize stomach irritation and nausea.
Complete the Full Course: Do not stop taking the medication midway even if you feel better. Complete the full course prescribed by your doctor (usually 5 to 7 days).
Use Probiotics: Taking a probiotic supplement or consuming fresh curd/yogurt during the antibiotic course helps protect your healthy gut bacteria and prevents diarrhea.
Stay Well Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day while on antibiotics.
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The dose is appropriate according to weight ... but i exactly want to know why was you prescribed clavum 625 mg...for what kind of infection... the dose may vary with infection.
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Yes twice daily
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Dose is appropriate
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Yes,you can.
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It is o.k.to take for 5 days.
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You can take 625 mg safely as per your weight twice daily
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Dose is ok
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A 625 mg tablet is commonly amoxicillin + clavulanic acid (500/125 mg).
Your low body weight does not automatically make this dose unsafe, but at 34 kg the dose should be individualised according to the infection, kidney function and dosing frequency.
Do not change or stop the prescribed antibiotic without discussing it with your treating doctor.
You may consult me on Practo to review the prescription and confirm whether the dose is appropriate for you.
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Hi
26 years old weight 34 kg it seems underweight..
To calculate BMI I need your height...
Tab you have taken is
Amoxillin 500 mg + Clavulanic Acid 125 mg
(Tab Augmentin 625 mg) the dose you have been taken it is OK according to your weight...
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how to calculate the dose of
(Tab Augmentin 625mg )
40×34=1360 mg total dose / day
so 1 Tab Twice a day...
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Yes ,you can take but do not take it empty stomach take Pantop Dsr empty stomach first and after having food you can take this antibiotics in BD andTDS
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Its an adult dose, so don't worry after 12yr this is the dose.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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You can take it twice a day after meal
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Do consult
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Tab. Amoxicillin + Clavulanic acid 625 mg – 1 tab TDS after meals × prescribed duration.
Tab. Pantoprazole 40 mg – 1 tab OD, before breakfast × course duration.
Advice: Take adequate fluids; take antibiotic after food. Complete the prescribed course.
Consult your treating doctor if you develop severe diarrhoea, rash, breathing difficulty, or swelling of face/lips.
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Yes u can take but after meal twice or thrice a day
1st u take Pantocid DSR/OD BBF
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Adequate hydration
Because S/E Of Amoxiclav is Irritable bowl habbit and nausea
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Consult with me for personalized evaluation and treatment of gastrointestinal, liver-related and common general medical conditions. I provide evidence based assessment, appropriate investigations and individualized treatment plans.
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Yes,you can take safely.its not decided by weight. Antibiotic therapy primarily depends on normal renal and liver physiology. So no worry.
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You can take twice daily .
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DO CONSULT FOR BETTER TREATMENT
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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the correct dose depends on the exact antibiotic, infection and kidney function
Please consult with the prescription medicine details so the dose can be confirmed safely rather than changing it yourself.
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You can take 625 mg twice a day if infection is mild
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Please consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help u
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Dr. Abhishek Chauhan
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Basti
Yes it's very safe to take
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Dr. Zahra Fathima Khan
General Physician
17 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes you can take but after food ,never take antibiotics on empty stomach.
should take tab pan DSR before food and take prebiotics tablets Tab vizylac also with it .
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Your underweight for the given age , you need a complete evaluation and examination to look for malabsorption, any other issues or low immunity.
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Hathras
Yes, there is no issue taking those medicines
But I will suggest you to stay hydrated and eat healthy
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