RZ CV KID DT is a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections including middle ear & sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone & joint infections, septic abortion and abdominal infections. The symptoms of bacterial infection include fever, difficulty in breathing, pus formation, and pain.
RZ CV KID DT is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from hepatic impairment, liver disease, renal impairment, kidney disease, glandular fever, or are unable to pass water properly.
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary. It should be used with caution in children (aged below 12 years) and elderly patients (above 50 years). Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
The common side effects associated with the use of RZ CV KID DT are diarrhoea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.
RZ CV KID DT helps in treating bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of the integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby preventing the inactivation of amoxicillin.
Film-coated tablets:
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Dispersible tablets:
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Place the tablet in the mouth, let it dissolve, and then swallow. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Powder for oral suspension (in sachets):
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Open the sachet, mix the contents thoroughly in a glass of water, and swallow the mixture immediately. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking RZ CV KID DT and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:
Diarrhoea
Drink lots of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhoea and consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Nausea and vomiting
Try to take RZ CV KID DT with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Do not drive or operate machines while taking if you feel unwell.
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
RZ CV KID DT is not recommended for use if you have if you ever had liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Do not take RZ CV KID DT if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, any antibiotic, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Before taking RZ CV KID DT, inform your doctor if you:
Use in Paediatrics
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in children (below 12 years). Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Use in Geriatrics
RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 50 years). Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
A. Drug-Drug Interactions
Before taking RZ CV KID DT, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RZ CV KID DT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).
Drug | : | Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antibiotics |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial infections |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Sachet, Dry Syrup, Suspension, Syrup, Tablet, Capsule, Sachet, Dry Syrup, Suspension, Syrup, Drops, Injections |
Q: What RZ CV KID DT is used for?
A: RZ CV KID DT is used for treating bacterial infections including middle ear & sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone & joint infections, septic abortion (any abortion complicated by uterine infection), and abdominal infections.
Q: What happens if you take more RZ CV KID DT than your required dose?
A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RZ CV KID DT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).
Q: What side effects are seen with RZ CV KID DT?
A: The common side effects associated with the use of RZ CV KID DT are diarrhoea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.
Q: Who should avoid taking RZ CV KID DT?
A: Do not take RZ CV KID DT if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, or any antibiotic. It is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate.
Q: Is RZ CV KID DT safe to use in children?
A: RZ CV KID DT should be used with caution in children (below 12 years). Children (aged 6 years or below) should be treated with oral suspension or sachets containing amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Q: How does RZ CV KID DT work?
A: RZ CV KID DT helps in treating bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of an integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby preventing the inactivation of amoxicillin.
Q: What is the method of taking RZ CV KID DT?
A: Film-coated tablets:
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Dispersible tablets:
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Place the tablet in the mouth, let it dissolve, and then swallow. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Powder for oral suspension (in sachets):
Take RZ CV KID DT as advised by your physician. Open the sachet, mix the contents thoroughly in a glass of water, and swallow the mixture immediately. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Q: What if I forget to take RZ CV KID DT dose?
A: If you forgot to take RZ CV KID DT dose, take it as early as possible. Avoid taking the next dose too soon. Wait for about 4 hours before taking the scheduled next dose. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
Q: When to stop taking RZ CV KID DT?
A: Do not stop taking RZ CV KID DT without thoroughly discussing it with your doctor until the treatment course is completed, even if you start feeling better. This is because if some bacteria survive due to incomplete medication, they may relapse into the infection.
Q: Is RZ CV KID DT safe to use in liver patients?
A: RZ CV KID DT is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking RZ CV KID DT.
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Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 12 Jan 2023 | 06:07 PM(IST)
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