Garclav Oral Drops is a combination medicine containing Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. It is a broad-spectrum penicillin-type antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) bacteria. Garclav Oral Drops is used to treat bacterial infections in children. Garclav Oral Drops works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. Clavulanic acid inhibits the beta-lactamase enzyme, which prevents bacteria from destroying the efficacy of amoxycillin.

FAQs

What is the use of Garclav Oral Drops?

Garclav Oral Drops is used to treat bacterial infections in children.

How does Garclav Oral Drops work?

Garclav Oral Drops contains amoxycillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. Clavulanic acid inhibits the beta-lactamase enzyme, which prevents bacteria from destroying the efficacy of amoxycillin.

Is Garclav Oral Drops used to treat viral infections?

No, Garclav Oral Drops is not used to treat viral infections. It is an antibiotic used only to treat bacterial infections.

Can we stop giving Garclav Oral Drops if the child feels better?

No. As an antibiotic, it is advised to complete your child's entire treatment course as prescribed. If the treatment is stopped abruptly, drug resistance may develop.