Amoxycillin potassium clavulanate oral suspension ip

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium Generic name: amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium [ am-OK-i-SIL-in-KLAV-ue-LAN-ate-poe-TAS-ee-um] Brand names: Dosage forms: oral powder for reconstitution (125 mg-31.25 mg/5 mL; 200 mg-28.5 mg/5 mL; 250 mg-62.5 mg/5 mL; 400 mg-57 mg/5 mL; 600 mg-42.9 mg/5 mL), oral tablet (250 mg-125 mg; 500 mg-125 mg; 875 mg-125 mg), oral tablet, chewable (200 mg-28.5 mg; 400 mg-57 mg), oral tablet, extended release (1000 mg-62.5 mg) Drug class: • • • • • • • Before taking this medicine You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to it, or if: • you have severe kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); • you have had liver problems or jaundice while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium; or • you are allergic to any penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotic, such as Amoxil, Ceftin, Cefzil, Moxatag, Omnicef, and others. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: • liver disease (hepatitis or jaundice); • kidney disease; or • The liquid or chewable tablet may contain phenylalanine. Tell your doctor if you have Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can make Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. How should I take amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may work best if you take it at the st...

Usual Adult Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • Usual Pediatric Dose for: • • • • • • • Additional dosage information: • • • • • Usual Adult Dose for Aspiration Pneumonia 500 mg orally every 8 hours or 875 mg orally every 12 hours Therapy should be continued until the infiltrate is cleared or a residual scar forms, sometimes for as long as 2 to 4 months, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Usual Adult Dose for Bronchitis 500 mg orally every 8 hours or 875 mg orally every 12 hours for 7 to 10 days Usual Adult Dose for Febrile Neutropenia Low-risk: 500 mg orally every 8 hours in combination with ciprofloxacin until the patient has been afebrile for at least 24 hours and the absolute neutrophil count is more than 500 cells/mm3 Usual Adult Dose for Otitis Media 250 mg orally every 8 hours or 500 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 to 14 days For more severe infections, 500 mg orally every 8 hours or 875 mg orally every 12 hours may be administered. Usual Adult Dose for Pneumonia Immediate release tablets: 500 mg orally every 8 hours or 875 mg orally every 12 hours The duration of therapy for pneumococcal pneumonia is 7 to 10 days. Pneumonia caused by other organisms may require up to 21 days of therapy. Extended release tablets: 2 g (2 tablets) orally every 12 hours for 7 to 10 days for community-acquired pneumonia Usual Adult Dose for Pyelonephritis 250 mg orally every 8 hours or 500 mg orally every 12 hours for 14 days For more severe infections, 500 mg orally every...

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. How to use Shake the bottle well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. Take this medication with a meal or snack as directed by the doctor. Depending on your specific product, this medication is usually taken every 8 or 12 hours. The dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, and response to treatment. For the best effect, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time(s) every day. Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a return of the infection. Tell the doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. Side effects Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell the doctor or pharmacist promptly. Taking this medication with food will help to reduce stomach upset. Remember that this medication has been ...