Caprimox CL Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract. It is capable of killing bacteria that have become resistant to other therapies and thus also helps treat tuberculosis that is resistant to other treatments.

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Caprimox CL Dry Syrup1 and Caprimox CL Dry Syrup2.

Uses of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup in children

Benefits of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Resistance Tuberculosis (TB)

In multidrug-resistant (MDR) tuberculosis, the causative bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase. This enzyme breaks down the antibiotics and makes them ineffective. As a result, the bacteria become resistant to the antibiotic being used for treatment. Caprimox CL Dry Syrup comprises two active ingredients, amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. While clavulanic acid stops the enzyme from rendering amoxycillin ineffective, amoxycillin works towards killing the tuberculosis-causing bacteria. This makes the combination of amoxycillin and clavulanic acid an effective treatment for resistant tuberculosis.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup contains two different medicines, Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.

This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin, teeth, joints, and bones. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

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Side effects of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup in children

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Caprimox CL

Abdominal pain
Allergy
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Mucocutaneous candidiasis
Memory loss

How can I give Caprimox CL Dry Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Caprimox CL Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.

How Caprimox CL Dry Syrup works

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It has two active agents, amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) essential for the survival of the bacteria. Whereas, clavulanic acid serves a special purpose of inhibiting an enzyme (beta-lactamase) that is produced by resistant bacteria. This makes the combination of amoxycillin and clavulanic acid an effective line of treatment for many types of infections.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
The dose also needs to be reduced in neonates and infants due to incompletely developed renal function.

Liver

CAUTION

Caprimox CL Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine

What if I forget to give Caprimox CL Dry Syrup to my child?

You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless advised otherwise by the doctor. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Your child may have a bitter taste in the mouth after the intake of Caprimox CL Dry Syrup. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Never give Caprimox CL Dry Syrup until and unless prescribed by the doctor. You must also never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
Do not give Caprimox CL Dry Syrup to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
Never save medicine for future illnesses. It cannot be said whether the same medicine will work on future infections.
Check ‘expiry’ before giving Caprimox CL Dry Syrup to your child. Immediately discard all the expired medicines.
Stop Caprimox CL Dry Syrup immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.
You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Caprimox CL Dry Syrup may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Stop taking Caprimox CL Dry Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.

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References

National Health Service. Co-amoxiclav. [Accesses 13 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:

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