Description
Advent 228.5mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections in children, including those in the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and teeth. It is also effective against drug-resistant tuberculosis. This medicine helps fight bacteria that have become resistant to other treatments. It is essential to follow the doctor’s prescribed dosage, which may vary based on the child’s age, weight, and the type of infection. It can be taken with or without food, though it is recommended to take it with food to reduce stomach upset and improve absorption.
Salt Composition
Amoxycillin (200mg) + Clavulanic Acid (28.5mg)
How to Use
Advent 228.5mg Dry Syrup should be taken according to the doctor’s prescription. Dissolve the powder in sterile water, shake well, and administer it as instructed. It is best given with food to reduce the risk of stomach upset. If the child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the dose, repeat it. Do not double the dose if it’s time for the next one.
Uses/Benefits
- Treatment of Resistance Tuberculosis (TB): The combination of Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid helps treat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) by counteracting the beta-lactamase enzyme that bacteria produce to resist antibiotics.
- Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Advent 228.5mg Dry Syrup is effective in treating various bacterial infections in children, including respiratory, skin, urinary, and gastrointestinal infections.
Side Effects
Advent 228.5mg Dry Syrup is generally well-tolerated, but it may cause mild side effects such as:
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Allergy
- Mucocutaneous candidiasis (a fungal infection)
These side effects usually subside as the body adjusts to the medicine. If they persist or become bothersome, consult the doctor.
Restrictions
- Kidney: Use with caution in children with kidney disease, as dose adjustments may be necessary.
- Liver: Use with caution in children with liver disease, and regular monitoring of liver function is advised. Dose adjustments may be needed based on liver function.
Marketed By
Cipla Ltd.
