Amoxiclav in pregnancy

Amoxiclav is considered a modern antibiotic of effective action, which fights infectious and inflammatory processes. This drug is the safest among a number of strong antibacterial drugs. This is why amoxiclav during pregnancy is prescribed for many women with serious diseases.

But do not forget that not all drugs, especially antibiotics, are considered safe for the development of the child. Therefore, it is worth to trust only given given by the World Health Organization, which you can fully trust. This article will provide a lot of useful information for those who want to know how safe amoxiclav is in pregnancy and in what cases it is used.

Initially, I would like to note that the manufacturer of this drug allows you to take it to future mothers. But it is recommended to do this carefully enough under the supervision of the treating doctor. After all, the producer himself is interested in foreseeing all sorts of negative results and side effects. And if they are listed in the instructions, then it makes sense to pay attention to them. After all, such conclusions are made solely after lengthy studies that go through amoxiclav. Dosage of the drug in this case should be determined and appointed individually by a doctor.

Indications

Amoxiclav is used during pregnancy during such diseases:

• ENT organs and upper respiratory tract (frontal, maxillary sinus, tonsillitis, otitis media);
• Pulmonary and bronchial systems (bronchitis, pneumonia, pleurisy);
• Infections of the genitourinary system (cystitis, and other gynecological infections);
• Infections of the skin, mucous membrane or soft tissues;
• Periodontal tissues;
• Osteoarticular system;
• Biliary tract.

Amoksiklav is considered a potent antibacterial agent and absorbed quickly enough. After some time after using the drug, it is distributed primarily through the fluids and tissues of the entire body. The drug enters the frontal and maxillary sinuses, saliva, hearing tissue, genitourinary organs, bile ducts, as well as the pulmonary-bronchial system. The drug is excreted together with urine and other metabolic products. Use amoxiclav recommends during meals, especially if there is a risk of impairment in the work of the gastrointestinal tract.

Contraindications

It should also be noted cases in which amoxiclav should not be taken, they include the following:

• Age up to 12 years;
• Violations of liver function that were seen earlier during the administration of this drug;
• Infectious mononucleosis, which is very similar to the usual skin rash for allergies;
• Lymphocytic leukemia;
• As well as individual intolerance of the drug.

As already mentioned above, amoxiclav during pregnancy is taken only according to the doctor's prescription and in the event that no point of contraindication is relevant to the patient. There is also an amoxiclav syrup, which is prescribed mainly to children.

In order to avoid any difficulties during the use of the drug, you should carefully read the instructions. After all, side effects can arise in everyone. It can be an allergy or skin rash, as well as worsening digestion and others. In case of any side effects, contact your doctor.

Most often, the appointment of this drug by an experienced doctor does not lead to the appearance of any side effects. Otherwise, amoxiclave would not be prescribed to you as a medicine. Therefore, if the doctor has appointed him to you, you can safely take this medication. It is necessary to monitor its correct and accurate dosage.