Application of Amoxiclav for prostatitis

Amoxiclav for prostatitis (drug) is very popular in patients with pathological changes in the prostate gland. The tool completely copes with the pathogenic flora within a couple of days.

Pharmacology of a medicine

Antibacterial, combined agent that is effective against a large number of bacteria. The active substance of the drug is Amoxicillin (a group of penicillins).

The drug contains clavulanic acid, which, when combined with an active ingredient, successfully copes with bacteria that are resistant to antibiotic drugs. This feature allows the drug to be used to treat pathologies of the chronic course.

Amoxiclav for prostatitis is recommended to be taken in case of identified harmful organisms:

• streptococcus;
• staphylococcus;
• enterococcus;
• klebisiella;
• clostridium;
• peptostreptococcus and others.

After oral administration, the active substances of the medication gradually penetrate the digestive tract. This explains the high efficiency of the drug. The maximum concentration is reached within an hour, the removal of substances from the body is carried out naturally with urine.

Dosage Recommendations

Amoxiclav has not only highly effective availability, but also the tool is convenient to use. The medication has a powder and tablet form of release. Also, the product is available in the form of a suspension. The powder is used to prepare solutions for intravenous administration. The tool is recommended for use in various inflammatory pathologies, regardless of the complexity and course of the disease.

For prostatitis, amoxiclav is prescribed in the form of a suspension to those patients who cannot take the medicine in the form of tablets. Powder mass (vials of 25 g) is available in yellowish-white color. The dosage is calculated taking into account the patient's body weight. The powder is diluted with distilled water. The diluted medication is not intended for repeated use.

When administered intravenously, the powder is diluted 60 to 1 ml of medical water, the introduction into a vein should be slow (2-3 minutes).

The drug in tablet form has an oval shape, the tablets are covered with a whitish shell. It is recommended to dissolve the tablets in water to get the maximum effectiveness, you can also take the drug after chewing. Adult patients are allowed to take 375 ml per day in three divided doses.

When to take the drug

The use of the drug is indicated for:

• acute prostatitis, bacterial origin;
• chronic prostatitis;
• microbial resistance to antibiotics;
• complicated prostatitis;
• calculous prostatitis in an acute stage.

The tool is also used to treat sinusitis, sinusitis, inflammatory processes in the kidneys, joints, bones.

The form of the drug for use is selected according to the variety of stages of pathological processes.

When the prostate gland has an acute pathological disease, then the drug is recommended to be used in intravenous injections. The duration of such injections is usually 2-3 days. When the acute symptoms disappear, the specialist prescribes the tablet form of the drug for further administration. The treatment regimen is prescribed by a specialized specialist, independent changes in dosage and form of release are prohibited.

Application Features

Most often, the drug is well tolerated by the body, side effects are rare.

Reception may affect:

• nausea;
• gag reflex;
• decreased appetite;
• diarrhea;
• increased gas production.

Very rarely, there may be swelling and rashes on the skin. Neurological phenomena: insomnia, anxiety, hyperactivity. Like any drug, Amoxiclav has contraindications. Of these, personal intolerance can be noted. The drug is prohibited for use with an exacerbated process of inflammation of the liver tissues, also of a bacterial nature.

If, after using the drug, side effects appear, the drug is stopped. The further scheme should be corrected by a specialized specialist. Assessment of the patient's condition after using this type of antibiotic may indicate a decrease in dosage or a complete replacement of the medication with another antibiotic.

Taking pills for prostatitis

The most convenient form of release for taking these antibiotics is a tablet. This is due to the fact that almost all men are working-age population. They cannot and do not like to lie under droppers.The liquid form of the drug is also not very convenient to carry with you. The tablets can be simply carried in pockets and taken at any appointed time, regardless of the place of work or location.

The dosage for men with prostatitis is calculated based on the severity of the pathology and the weight category of the patient. For example, men weighing more than 80 kilograms are not suitable for the average dosage. This course of treatment may not be as effective as expected.

The daily dose prescribed by the doctor is calculated for use every 8 hours to maintain the concentration of active substances in the plasma and cells. The course of therapy is prescribed with a duration of 2 weeks.

It is better not to take the tablets in dry form, it is recommended to dissolve them in liquid. The tablet can be simply chewed and filled with plenty of water.

After completing the recommended course of therapy, a man must undergo repeated tests for the presence of pathogens in the secreted secretion of the prostate gland. Effective treatment will be proven by the absence of bacterial flora in the analysis. To completely exclude the pathological process, it is recommended to take tests again, after another 14 days.

Application of a suspension for prostatitis

The suspension is also prescribed in dosage based on the patient's body weight. Men with prostatitis are not disposed to receive Amoxiclav in the form of a suspension. This is due to the fact that the product should be prepared before use by diluting with water just before taking it. If the product is prepared in a larger quantity than the recommended amount, the leftovers should be poured out, since the product is not suitable for subsequent use.

Intravenous administration of Amoxiclav

Most often, the introduction of Amoxiclav by the intravenous route is prescribed for patients who are undergoing medical therapy in an inpatient setting. Usually, these are the cases when acute prostatitis was diagnosed. The dose is prescribed by a specialized specialist. Intravenous administration is also used to treat gonorrhea.

Intravenous administration is carried out for three days, after which the treatment regimen can be adjusted by the doctor. Injections are replaced by taking pills, other medications and physiotherapeutic agents are additionally prescribed.

Self-selection of therapeutic therapy is strictly prohibited. This is due to the fact that harmful bacteria can develop immunity to the drug in question, and it will take a long period of time to select another antibiotic. Usually this is the delivery of a series of tests.

Treatment of prostatitis must be carried out under full medical supervision. Professional diagnostics will help to avoid the erroneous prescription of a course of medical therapy, which may affect the transition of pathology to a chronic form. Chronic prostatitis takes longer to heal, and the therapy requires a lot of effort and financial costs.