In order to avoid the development of complications, the treatment of bacterial ENT diseases should be carried out using antibiotics. One of the most effective drugs for the treatment of tonsillitis is Amoxiclav. With angina, he quickly and successfully fights infection.
Description
The main active components of the drug are amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. The combination of these substances can effectively suppress the spread of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, thereby blocking their reproduction and growth.
The manufacturer produces the drug in several pharmacological forms:
- Tableted Amoxiclav. Tablets can have a different dosage - 250, 500, 875 mg.
- Powder intended for suspension. It may also have a different dosage - 125, 250, 400 mg.
Benefits
The use of Amoxiclav in angina for adults and children provides several advantages:
- The drug is well tolerated by patients.
- Its use in the treatment of patients of various ages is allowed.
- It contains no toxic and toxic substances.
- It is effective in various diseases of an infectious nature, has a wide range of effects on the activity of many pathogenic bacteria.
- It can be taken by the patient at any time, regardless of meals.
- Available in several convenient dosage forms.
- Does not provoke serious side effects.
With angina, Amoxiclav is prescribed more often than other medicines. Thanks to the combined composition of the drug, its effectiveness is provided when it acts on pathogenic pathogens.
Indications for use
The therapeutic effectiveness of the drug is achieved by combining certain active components in its composition. The antibiotic is relatively safe, therefore, its use in the treatment of children is allowed.
In accordance with the instructions for use, Amoxiclav can be used in the following situations:
- With an infectious infection of the respiratory system - pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis media, sinusitis.
- In pathological conditions of the lower part of the respiratory system - pneumonia of bacterial etymology, bronchitis.
- With diseases of the biliary tract and urine excretion system.
- With lesions of the soft tissues and integuments of the skin, the bone system against the background of the inflammatory process.
- With infectious lesions of the reproductive system in women.
Why does Amoxiclav so quickly help with angina?
Therapeutic properties
Amoxicillin, which is in the composition, is a semisynthetic penicillin, which is most active against hemolytic streptococcus, which in most cases provokes the disease. In those cases when angina develops against the background of the effect of streptococcal infection, the drug is able to have a therapeutic effect due to its clavulanic acid, which neutralizes the resistance of microorganisms and has bactericidal properties.
When ingested, the active components of the drug enter all tissues and organs, reaching the tonsils. The drug is absorbed fairly quickly from the digestive tract, and the highest concentration is determined after an hour. Excretion of the components of the drug is carried out by the kidneys after 6 hours.
Many are interested in how to take Amoxiclav for angina. You can use it regardless of meals. In cases where the disease becomes chronic, a combination of an antibiotic with other medicines, such as anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antipyretic drugs, is allowed.
It should be noted that viral sore throat is not treated with antibacterial agents. In such cases, the appointment of antifungal and antiviral agents is required.
In the presence of some factors, the use of Amoxiclav for injection is indicated. Such therapy should be carried out exclusively in stationary conditions.
Usage, dosage
Angina of bacterial origin develops, most often, under the influence of streptococcal, pneumococcal and staphylococcal microorganisms. The disease is accompanied by intense soreness in the throat, fever, loss of strength.
For adult patients, Amoxiclav for angina is prescribed in dosages that depend on the type of disease:
- For the treatment of catarrhal sore throat, 250 mg should be taken three times a day.
- For the treatment of severe forms of angina, twice a day use of 500 mg of the drug is indicated.
- For the treatment of angina in a purulent form, a double use of 875 mg of the drug per day, or three times a day of 500 mg each, is indicated.
The dosage of Amoxiclav in angina should be strictly observed.
It is necessary to take tablets whole, washing them down with water. The preferred time is evening or morning. To prevent the development of allergic reactions while using the medication, experts recommend supplementing the therapy with antihistamines.
On average, a course of therapy can take up to 14 days, unless otherwise specified by a doctor. However, most often, adult patients are advised to take the medication for no more than a week.
With the relief of the patient’s well-being and the disappearance of the symptoms of angina, medication should not be discontinued. The course should be completed, which will prevent relapse of sore throat.
Use in the treatment of children
For patients from 12 years old and adolescents, Amoxiclav is prescribed, as a rule, in tablet form. The dosages are as follows:
- When treating mild forms of the disease, three times a day 250 mg of the drug are indicated.
- When treating a disease of moderate severity, three times daily use of 250 mg of the drug is recommended, or two times daily use of 500 mg.
- For the treatment of purulent tonsillitis, the dosage should be increased. The drug is recommended to be taken twice a day for 875 mg.
Therapy is carried out for 7 days, but its duration can be reduced on the recommendation of a doctor and taking into account the type of disease. If the effectiveness of using the medication does not occur, a specialist may advise changing the dosage or drug.
When treating children under 12 years of age, it is required to use the suspension form of Amoxiclav. To prepare it, you must dilute the powder with water. After this, the vial must be shaken to completely dissolve the drug. The resulting mixture can be stored for 7 days, after which it loses its therapeutic characteristics.
Before using the antibiotic, you should make sure that the child is not allergic to its components and preparations of a number of penicillins. In addition, experts advise in parallel to start taking antihistamines.
The duration of therapy and the dosage of Amoxiclav in angina for adults and children should be determined by a doctor.
Contraindications to use, negative effects
The use of the medication is not allowed in the following cases:
- If the patient has an individual susceptibility to its components.
- If the patient is diagnosed with severe forms of hepatic or renal dysfunction.
- With a tendency to allergic reactions.
- If there is a history of jaundice.
- With some blood diseases.
- With mononucleosis.
Negative effects while taking Amoxiclav are manifested in the form of:
- Disorders of the intestinal microflora.
- Gag reflexes.
- Nausea
- The development of thrombosis.
- Leukopenia.
- Hepatitis A.
- Jaundice
- Sleep disturbance.
- Dizziness.
- Headache.
It is important to be careful when using the antibiotic "Amoxiclav" for tonsillitis in patients with colitis, gastrointestinal diseases, kidney and liver pathologies.
The lactation period and pregnancy are relative contraindications to the use of the medication, that is, the drug can be prescribed to women in these periods, but only if it is appropriate.
It is important to remember that the appointment of any drug and the determination of its dosage should be carried out by a doctor. This will make the therapy the most effective and, at the same time, avoid negative manifestations and complications.
Reviews "Amoxiclav" with angina
This drug collects numerous reviews. Mostly they are positive. It quickly helps to get rid of a sore throat, health improves on the second day of admission. However, the likelihood of side effects is very high. Especially often there is an allergic reaction in the form of urticaria and itching. Therefore, caution is advised when treating a sore throat with this medication.