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Medical Conditions - Clavulanic Acid

Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Beta-lactamase is secreted by bacteria, which prevents the action of Penicillin. Clavulanic acid, when given along Penicillin, blocks the action of beta-lactamase secreted by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

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Can rough masturbation cause a lump near the vagina?

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What could a bump on the back of the roof of the mouth be?

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What could be the reason for the on and off ulcer in my penis?

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What causes high fever despite antibiotics in a 71-year-old?

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Can I take Azithromycin to prevent an abscess?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Azithromycin is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infections. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate twice daily is used.

Does Azithromycin work the same as Amoxicillin Clavulanate tablet?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, Azithromycin and Amoxicillin plus Clavulanate potassium work via different mechanisms.

I have pain and swelling in my right testicle. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you have a fever? Is the testis hot to touch? Is the testis enlarged? If yes, I suggest you try taking the following antibiotic and painkiller: Clavamox (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid), a week. Ibrufen, thrice daily, until you have pain. If it does not improve, then consult a urologist.

How to get rid of chest and nose congestion and cough?

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Why the roof of my mouth and tonsils are swollen?

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What are the symptoms of lung cancer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a repeat lower respiratory tract infection, which is leading to both yellow phlegm and chest pain due to inflammation of pleura called as pleuritis.

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