Thursday 7 November 2013

Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium


Generic Name : Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
Why it is prescribed (Indications) :
This combination medication contains semisynthetic antibiotic amoxicillin and β-lactamase inhibitor, prescribed for lower respiratory infections, otitis media, sinusitis, urinary tract infections, and skin and skin Structure infections.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
Contraindicated in patients with previous history of cholestatic jaundice/liver dysfunction, and hypersensitivity.

♦ Pregnancy Category :


Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Dosage & When it is to be taken :
Adults- The usual adult dose is one amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium tablet, 500 mg/125 mg every 12 hours or one amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium tablet, 250 mg/125 mg every 8 hours.
How it should be taken :
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.
Warnings and Precautions :
*Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
*Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
♦ It may increase prothrombin time; monitor it regularly while taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach inflammation, mouth ulcer and intestinal bleeding.
Hypersensitivity- Skin rashes, itching, hives, angioedema and serum sickness-like reactions.
Liver- Elevated liver enzyme levels.
Genitourinary- Kidney inflammation, and blood in urine.
Central Nervous System- Agitation, anxiety, behavioral changes, confusion, convulsion, dizziness, sleeplessness and reversible hyperactivity.

Other Precautions :
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions :
Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container.

http://www.medindia.net/doctors/drug_information/amoxicillin_clavulanate_potassium.htm

3 comments:

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  2. Amoxicillin 500mg may be the right prescription for you. It's an antibiotic that fights bacteria in your body. This antibiotic is used to treat bacterial infections, like tonsillitis, sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, and bronchitis. It also treats certain sexually transmitted infections. Amoxicillin 500mg can also be used to prevent certain types of infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause infections. This medication can be taken with or without food. It may be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. Amoxicillin 500mg can also be taken with milk or antacids. It's important to take this medication as prescribed by your doctor.
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  3. The pharma manufacturers in India are now keen to produce all types of medical drugs such as amoxicillin and clav India on a contract term. As the focus shifts towards globalization for pharmaceuticals to save human lives, there has been a major transformation in the papers of pharmaceutical contract manufacturing in India.

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