Augmentin

Tablet/Oral suspension: Amoxicillin trihydrate, potassium clavulanate. Injection: Amoxicillin sodium, potassium clavulanate.

Tablet: AUGMENTIN 625 mg tablets: Each tablet contains 500 mg amoxicillin (as amoxicillin trihydrate) and 125 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate).
AUGMENTIN 1 g tablets: Each tablet contains 875 mg amoxicillin (as amoxicillin trihydrate) and 125 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate).
Oral suspension: AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL: When reconstituted each 5 mL contains 200 mg amoxicillin (as amoxicillin trihydrate) and 28.5 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate).
AUGMENTIN suspension 457 mg/5 mL: When reconstituted each 5 mL contains 400 mg amoxicillin (as amoxicillin trihydrate) and 57 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate).
Injection: AUGMENTIN 600 mg intravenous: 500 mg amoxicillin (as amoxicillin sodium) and 100 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate) for reconstitution as an intravenous injection or infusion.
AUGMENTIN 1.2 g intravenous: 1 g amoxicillin (as amoxicillin sodium) and 200 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate) for reconstitution as an intravenous injection or infusion.
Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Tablet: AUGMENTIN tablets contain sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate (E572), colloidal silica, microcrystalline cellulose, titanium dioxide (E171), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol, dimethicone (silicone oil).
Oral suspension: AUGMENTIN dry powder for suspension contains xanthan gum, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, colloidal silica, succinic acid, silicon dioxide, aspartame and dry flavours (raspberry, orange "1", orange "2" and golden syrup).
Injection: None.

Pharmacology: Pharmacodynamics: Resistance to many antibiotics is caused by bacterial enzymes which destroy the antibiotic before it can act on the pathogen. The clavulanate in AUGMENTIN anticipates this defence mechanism by blocking the beta-lactamase enzymes, thus rendering the organisms susceptible to amoxicillin's rapid bactericidal effect at concentrations readily attainable in the body.
Clavulanate by itself has little antibacterial activity; however, in association with amoxicillin as AUGMENTIN it produces an antibiotic agent of broad spectrum with wide application in hospital and general practice.
In the list as follows, organisms are categorised according to their in vitro susceptibility to AUGMENTIN. (See Tables 1 and 2.)
Tablet/Oral suspension: (see Table 1.)

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Oral suspension: Infections caused by amoxicillin-susceptible organisms are amenable to AUGMENTIN treatment due to its amoxicillin content. Mixed infections caused by amoxicillin-susceptible organisms in conjunction with AUGMENTIN-susceptible beta-lactamase producing organisms may therefore be treated with AUGMENTIN.
Injection: (see Table 2.)

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Pharmacokinetics: Tablet: The pharmacokinetics of the two components of AUGMENTIN are closely matched. Peak serum levels of both occur about 1 hour after oral administration. Absorption of AUGMENTIN is optimised at the start of a meal.
Doubling the dosage of AUGMENTIN approximately doubles the serum levels achieved.
Both clavulanate and amoxicillin have low levels of serum binding; about 70% remains free in the serum.
Oral suspension: Absorption: The two components of AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL, amoxicillin and clavulanate, are each fully dissociated in aqueous solution at physiological pH. Both components are rapidly and well absorbed by the oral route of administration. Absorption of AUGMENTIN is optimised when taken at the start of a meal.
The mean AUC values for amoxicillin are essentially the same following twice a day dosing with the AUGMENTIN 875/125 mg tablet or three times a day dosing with the AUGMENTIN 500/125 mg tablet, in adults. No differences between the 875 mg twice daily and 500 mg three times daily dosing regimes are seen when comparing the amoxicillin T_½, or C_max after normalisation for the different doses of amoxicillin administered. Similarly, no differences are seen for the clavulanate T_½, C_max or AUC values after appropriate dose normalisation.
The time of dosing of AUGMENTIN relative to the start of a meal has no marked effects on the pharmacokinetics of amoxicillin in adults. In a study of the AUGMENTIN 875/125 mg tablet, the time of dosing relative to ingestion of a meal had a marked effect on the pharmacokinetics of clavulanate. For clavulanate AUC and C_max, the highest mean values and smallest inter-subject variabilities were achieved by administering AUGMENTIN at the start of a meal, compared to the fasting state or 30 or 150 minutes after the start of a meal.
The mean C_max, T_max, T_½ and AUC values for amoxicillin and clavulanate are given as follows for an 875 mg/125 mg dose of amoxicillin/clavulanic acid administered at the start of a meal. (See Table 3.)

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Amoxicillin serum concentrations achieved with AUGMENTIN are similar to those produced by the oral administration of equivalent doses of amoxicillin alone.
Distribution: The pharmacokinetics of the two components of AUGMENTIN are closely matched. Both clavulanate and amoxicillin have low levels of serum binding; about 70% remains free in the serum.
Doubling the dosage of AUGMENTIN approximately doubles the serum levels achieved.
Injection: The pharmacokinetics of the two components of AUGMENTIN are closely matched. Both clavulanate and amoxicillin have low levels of serum binding; about 70% remains free in the serum.
Doubling the dosage of AUGMENTIN approximately doubles the serum levels achieved.
Toxicology: Pre-clinical Safety Data: No further information of relevance.

AUGMENTIN should be used in accordance with local official antibiotic-prescribing guidelines and local susceptibility data.
Susceptibility to AUGMENTIN will vary with geography and time (see Pharmacology: Pharmacodynamics under Actions for further information). Local susceptibility data should be consulted where available, and microbiological sampling and susceptibility testing performed where necessary.
Tablet: AUGMENTIN is an antibiotic agent with a notably broad spectrum of activity against the commonly occurring bacterial pathogens in general practice and hospital. The beta-lactamase inhibitory action of clavulanate extends the spectrum of amoxicillin to embrace a wider range of organisms, including many resistant to other beta-lactam antibiotics.
AUGMENTIN oral presentations for twice daily dosing, are indicated for short-term treatment of bacterial infections at the following sites: Upper respiratory tract infections (including ENT) e.g. tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media.
Lower respiratory tract infections e.g. acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, lobar and bronchopneumonia.
Genito-urinary tract infections e.g. cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis.
Skin and soft tissue infections e.g. boils, abscesses, cellulitis, wound infections.
Bone and joint infections e.g. osteomyelitis.
Dental infections e.g. dentoalveolar abscess.
Other infections e.g. septic abortion, puerperal sepsis, intra-abdominal sepsis.
Oral suspension: AUGMENTIN suspension (228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL), for twice daily oral dosing, is indicated for short-term treatment of bacterial infections at the following sites when amoxicillin-resistant beta-lactamase producing strains are suspected as the cause. In other situations, amoxicillin alone should be considered.
Upper respiratory tract infections (including ENT) e.g. recurrent tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media.
Lower respiratory tract infections e.g. acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, lobar and bronchopneumonia.
Urinary tract infections e.g. cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis.
Skin and soft tissue infections e.g. cellulitis, animal bites.
Dental infections e.g. severe dental abscess with spreading cellulitis.
Mixed infections caused by amoxicillin-susceptible organisms in conjunction with AUGMENTIN susceptible beta-lactamase-producing organisms may be treated with AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL. These infections should not require the addition of another antibiotic-resistant to beta-lactamases.
Injection: AUGMENTIN is indicated for short-term treatment of bacterial infections at the following sites: Upper respiratory tract infections (including ENT) e.g. recurrent tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media.
Lower respiratory tract infections e.g. acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, lobar and bronchopneumonia.
Genito-urinary tract infections e.g. cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis.
Skin and soft tissue infections e.g. boils, abscesses, cellulitis, wound infections.
Bone and joint infections e.g. osteomyelitis.
Other infections e.g. intra-abdominal sepsis.
AUGMENTIN intravenous is also indicated for prophylaxis against infection which may be associated with major surgical procedures such as gastrointestinal, pelvic, head and neck, cardiac, renal, joint replacement and biliary tract.
Infections caused by amoxicillin-susceptible organisms are amenable to AUGMENTIN treatment due to its amoxicillin content. Mixed infections caused by amoxicillin-susceptible organisms in conjunction with AUGMENTIN-susceptible β-lactamase producing organisms may therefore be treated with AUGMENTIN.

To minimise potential gastrointestinal intolerance, administer at the start of a meal. The absorption of AUGMENTIN is optimised when taken at the start of a meal.
Treatment should not be extended beyond 14 days without review.
Therapy can be started parenterally and continued with an oral preparation.
Tablet: Dosage depends on the age and renal function of the patient and the severity of the infection.
Tablets should be swallowed whole without chewing. If required, tablets may be broken in half and swallowed without chewing.
AUGMENTIN tablets are not recommended in children of 12 years and under.
Adults and Children over 12 years: The usual recommended daily dosage is: Mild - Moderate infections: One AUGMENTIN 625 mg tablet every 12 hours.
Severe infections: One AUGMENTIN 1 g tablet every 12 hours.
Renal Impairment: No adjustment in dose is required in patients with creatinine clearance (CrCl) greater than 30 mL/min. The AUGMENTIN 1 g tablet should only be used in patients with a creatinine clearance (CrCl) rate of more than 30 mL/min. (See Table 4.)

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Hepatic Impairment: Dose with caution; monitor hepatic function at regular intervals.
Oral suspension: Dosage depends on the age, weight and renal function of the patient and the severity of the infection.
Dosages are expressed throughout in terms of amoxicillin/clavulanate content except when doses are stated in terms of an individual component.
AUGMENTIN bottle presentations for suspension may be supplied with a plastic dosing device. For preparation of the suspensions, see Instructions for Use/Handling under Cautions for Usage.
The usual recommended daily dosage is: 25/3.6 mg/kg/day in two divided doses for mild to moderate infections (upper respiratory tract infections e.g. recurrent tonsillitis, lower respiratory infections and skin and soft tissue infections).
45/6.4 mg/kg/day in two divided doses for the treatment of more serious infections (upper respiratory tract infections e.g. otitis media and sinusitis, lower respiratory tract infections e.g. bronchopneumonia and urinary tract infections).
No clinical data are available on doses above 45/6.4 mg/kg/day in children under 2 years.
There are no clinical data for AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL to make dosage recommendations for children under 2 months old.
The tables as follows give dosage guidance for children.
Children over 2 years: (see Table 5.)

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Children aged 2 months to under 2 years: (See Table 6.)

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Renal Impairment: No adjustment in dose is required in patients with creatinine clearance greater than 30 mL/min.
AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL are not recommended in patients with a creatinine clearance of less than 30 mL/min.
Hepatic Impairment: Dose with caution; monitor hepatic function at regular intervals. There is, as yet, insufficient evidence on which to base a dosage recommendation.
Injection: Dosage for the treatment of infections: Adults and children over 12 years: Usually 1.2 g eight hourly. In more serious infections, increase frequency to six-hourly intervals.
Children 3 months-12 years: Usually 30 mg/kg^*AUGMENTIN eight hourly. In more serious infections, increase frequency to six-hourly intervals.
Children 0-3 months: 30 mg/kg^*AUGMENTIN every 12 hours in premature infants and in full term infants during the perinatal period, increasing to eight hours thereafter.
^*Each 30 mg AUGMENTIN contains 25 mg amoxicillin and 5 mg clavulanate.
Adult dosage for surgical prophylaxis: The usual dose is 1.2 g AUGMENTIN intravenous given at the induction of anaesthesia. Operations where there is a high risk of infection, e.g. colorectal surgery, may require three, and up to four, doses of 1.2 g AUGMENTIN intravenous in a 24-hour period. These doses are usually given at 0, 8, 16 (and 24) hours. This regimen can be continued for several days if the procedure has a significantly increased risk of infection.
Clear clinical signs of infection at operation will require a normal course of intravenous or oral AUGMENTIN therapy post-operatively.
Dosage in renal impairment: Adults: See Table 7.

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Children: Similar reductions in dosage should be made for children.
Dosage in hepatic impairment: Dose with caution; monitor hepatic function at regular intervals.
Each 1.2 g vial of AUGMENTIN contains 1.0 mmol of potassium and 3.1 mmol of sodium (approx.).
Administration: AUGMENTIN intravenous may be administered either by intravenous injection or by intermittent infusion. It is not suitable for intramuscular administration.

Gastrointestinal symptoms and disturbance of the fluid and electrolyte balances may be evident. Gastrointestinal symptoms may be treated symptomatically with attention to the water electrolyte balance.
Amoxicillin crystalluria, in some cases leading to renal failure, has been observed (see Precautions).
AUGMENTIN can be removed from the circulation by haemodialysis.

AUGMENTIN is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to beta-lactams, e.g. penicillins and cephalosporins.
AUGMENTIN is contraindicated in patients with a previous history of AUGMENTIN-associated jaundice/hepatic dysfunction.

Before initiating therapy with AUGMENTIN careful enquiry should be made concerning previous hypersensitivity reactions to penicillins, cephalosporins, or other allergens.
Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylactoid and severe cutaneous adverse reactions) have been reported in patients on penicillin therapy. These reactions are more likely to occur in individuals with a history of penicillin hypersensitivity (see Contraindications). If an allergic reaction occurs, AUGMENTIN therapy must be discontinued and appropriate alternative therapy instituted. Serious anaphylactic reactions require immediate emergency treatment with adrenaline. Oxygen, intravenous (i.v.) steroids and airway management (including intubation) may also be required.
AUGMENTIN should be avoided if infectious mononucleosis is suspected since the occurrence of a morbilliform rash has been associated with this condition following the use of amoxicillin.
Prolonged use may also occasionally result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms.
Pseudomembranous colitis has been reported with the use of antibiotics and may range in severity from mild to life-threatening. Therefore, it is important to consider its diagnosis in patients who develop diarrhoea during or after antibiotic use. If prolonged or significant diarrhoea occurs or the patient experiences abdominal cramps, treatment should be discontinued immediately and the patient investigated further.
Abnormal prolongation of prothrombin time (increased INR) has been reported rarely in patients receiving AUGMENTIN and oral anticoagulants. Appropriate monitoring should be undertaken when anticoagulants are prescribed concurrently. Adjustments in the dose of oral anticoagulants may be necessary to maintain the desired level of anticoagulation.
Changes in liver function tests have been observed in some patients receiving AUGMENTIN. The clinical significance of these changes is uncertain. AUGMENTIN should be used with caution in patients with evidence of hepatic dysfunction.
Cholestatic jaundice, which may be severe, but is usually reversible, has been reported rarely. Signs and symptoms may not become apparent for up to six weeks after treatment has ceased.
Tablet/Injection: In patients with renal impairment AUGMENTIN dosage should be adjusted as recommended in Dosage & Administration. (See Dosage & Administration).
Oral suspension: In patients with renal impairment AUGMENTIN suspension 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL are not recommended.
In patients with reduced urine output, crystalluria has been observed very rarely, predominantly with parenteral therapy. During the administration of high doses of amoxicillin, it is advisable to maintain adequate fluid intake and urinary output in order to reduce the possibility of amoxicillin crystalluria (see Overdosage).
Oral suspension: AUGMENTIN 228 mg/5 mL and 457 mg/5 mL suspensions contain 12.5 mg aspartame per 5 mL dose and therefore care should be taken in patients with phenylketonuria.
Injection: If the parenteral administration of high doses is necessary, the sodium content must be taken into account in patients on a sodium restricted diet.
The presence of clavulanic acid in AUGMENTIN may cause a non-specific binding of IgG and albumin by red cell membranes leading to a false positive Coombs test.
Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines: Adverse effects on the ability to drive or operate machinery have not been observed.

Reproduction studies in animals (mice and rats) with orally and parenterally administered AUGMENTIN have shown no teratogenic effects. In a single study in women with preterm, premature rupture of the foetal membrane (pPROM), it was reported that prophylactic treatment with AUGMENTIN may be associated with an increased risk of necrotising enterocolitis in neonates. As with all medicines, use should be avoided in pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, unless considered essential by the physician.
AUGMENTIN may be administered during the period of lactation. With the exception of the risk of sensitisation, associated with the excretion of trace quantities in breast milk, there are no detrimental effects for the infant.

Data from large clinical trials were used to determine the frequency of very common to rare undesirable effects. The frequencies assigned to all other undesirable effects (i.e., those occurring at <1/10,000) were mainly determined using post-marketing data and refer to a reporting rate rather than a true frequency.
The following convention has been used for the classification of frequency: very common ≥1/10; common ≥1/100 and <1/10; uncommon ≥1/1000 and <1/100; rare ≥1/10,000 and <1/1000; very rare <1/10,000.
Infections and infestations: Common: Mucocutaneous candidiasis.
Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Rare: Reversible leucopenia (including neutropenia) and thrombocytopenia. Very rare: Reversible agranulocytosis and haemolytic anaemia. Prolongation of bleeding time and prothrombin time.
Immune system disorders: Very rare: Angioneurotic oedema, anaphylaxis, serum sickness-like syndrome, hypersensitivity vasculitis.
Nervous system disorders: Uncommon: Dizziness, headache. Very rare: Reversible hyperactivity and convulsions. Convulsions may occur in patients with impaired renal function or in those receiving high doses.
Gastrointestinal disorders: Adults: Very common: Diarrhoea. Common: Nausea, vomiting.
Children: Common: Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting.
All populations: Nausea is more often associated with higher oral dosages. If gastrointestinal reactions are evident, they may be reduced by taking AUGMENTIN at the start of a meal.
Uncommon: Indigestion. Very rare: Antibiotic-associated colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis and haemorrhagic colitis - see Precautions). Black hairy tongue.
Oral suspension: Superficial tooth discolouration has been reported very rarely in children. Good oral hygiene may help to prevent tooth discolouration as it can usually be removed by brushing.
Hepatobiliary disorders: Uncommon: A moderate rise in AST and/or ALT has been noted in patients treated with beta-lactam class antibiotics, but the significance of these findings is unknown. Very rare: Hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice. These events have been noted with other penicillins and cephalosporins.
Hepatic events have been reported predominantly in males and elderly patients and may be associated with prolonged treatment. These events have been very rarely reported in children.
Signs and symptoms usually occur during or shortly after treatment but in some cases may not become apparent until several weeks after treatment has ceased. These are usually reversible. Hepatic events may be severe and in extremely rare circumstances, deaths have been reported. These have almost always occurred in patients with serious underlying disease or taking concomitant medications known to have the potential for hepatic effects.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Uncommon: Skin rash, pruritus, urticaria. Rare: Erythema multiforme. Very rare: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, bullous exfoliative-dermatitis, acute generalised exanthemous pustulosis (AGEP), and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS).
If any hypersensitivity dermatitis reaction occurs, treatment should be discontinued.
Renal and urinary disorders: Very rare: Interstitial nephritis, crystalluria (see Overdosage).
Injection: Vascular disorders: Rare: Thrombophlebitis at the site of injection.
Gastrointestinal disorders: Common: Diarrhoea.
Uncommon: Nausea, vomiting, indigestion.
Very rare: Antibiotic-associated colitis (including pseudomembranous colitis and haemorrhagic colitis - see Precautions) are less likely to occur after parenteral administration.

In the literature there are rare cases of increased international normalised ratio in patients maintained on acenocoumarol or warfarin and prescribed a course of amoxicillin. If co-administration is necessary, the prothrombin time or international normalised ratio should be carefully monitored with the addition or withdrawal of AUGMENTIN.
In patients receiving mycophenolate mofetil, reduction in pre-dose concentration of the active metabolite mycophenolic acid of approximately 50% has been reported following commencement of oral amoxicillin plus clavulanic acid. The change in pre-dose level may not accurately represent changes in overall MPA exposure.
Tablet/Oral suspension: Concomitant use of probenecid is not recommended. Probenecid decreases the renal tubular secretion of amoxicillin. Concomitant use with AUGMENTIN may result in increased and prolonged blood levels of amoxicillin but not of clavulanate.
Concomitant use of allopurinol during treatment with amoxicillin can increase the likelihood of allergic skin reactions. There are no data on the concomitant use of AUGMENTIN and allopurinol.
In common with other antibiotics, AUGMENTIN may affect the gut flora, leading to lower oestrogen reabsorption and reduced efficacy of combined oral contraceptives.
Injection: The presence of clavulanic acid in AUGMENTIN may cause a non-specific binding of IgG and albumin by red cell membranes leading to a false positive Coombs test.

Incompatibilities: Tablet/Oral suspension: None known.
Injection: AUGMENTIN intravenous should not be mixed with blood products, other proteinaceous fluids such as protein hydrolysates or with intravenous lipid emulsions.
If AUGMENTIN is prescribed concurrently with an aminoglycoside, the antibiotics should not be mixed in the syringe, intravenous fluid container or giving set because loss of activity of the aminoglycoside can occur under these conditions.
Instructions for Use/Handling: Any unused medicinal product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.
Tablet: Blister pouches contain a desiccant sachet; do not remove or eat. Discard any opened and unused tablets after storing as directed in Storage as follows.
Oral suspension: AUGMENTIN suspension in bottles: For bottles with aluminium screw caps, check the cap ring seal is intact before using. Alternatively, for bottles with a plastic child-resistant cap, check the foil-backed bottle seal is intact before using.
At time of use, the dry powder should be reconstituted to form an oral suspension, as detailed as follows: Invert and shake bottle to loosen powder.
Add volume of water (indicated as follows). Invert and shake well.
Alternatively, fill the bottle with water to just below the mark on bottle label. Invert and shake well, then top up with water to the mark. Invert and shake again.
Allow to stand for 5 minutes to ensure full dispersion.
Shake well before taking each dose. (See Tables 8 and 9).

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A plastic dosing device may be supplied with the pack which can be used to measure the dose accurately.
Discard any unused suspension after 7 days.
Injection: 600 mg vial: To reconstitute dissolve in 10 ml Water for Injections BP. (Final volume 10.5 ml).
1.2 g vial: To reconstitute dissolve in 20 ml Water for Injections BP. (Final volume 20.9 ml).
A transient pink coloration may or may not appear during reconstitution.
Reconstituted solutions are normally colourless or a yellow colour.
Intravenous injection: The stability of AUGMENTIN intravenous solution is concentration dependent, thus AUGMENTIN intravenous should be used immediately upon reconstitution and given by slow intravenous injection over a period of 3-4 minutes. AUGMENTIN intravenous solutions should be used within 20 minutes of reconstitution. AUGMENTIN may be injected directly into a vein or via a drip tube.
Intravenous infusion: Alternatively, AUGMENTIN intravenous may be infused in Water for Injections BP or Sodium Chloride Intravenous Injection BP (0.9% w/v). Add, without delay*, 600 mg reconstituted solution to 50 ml infusion fluid or 1.2 g reconstituted solution to 100 ml infusion fluid (e.g. using a minibag or in-line burette). Infuse over 30-40 minutes and complete within four hours of reconstitution. For other appropriate infusion fluids, see Stability and Compatibility as follows.
*Solutions should be made up to full infusion volume immediately after reconstitution.
Any residual antibiotic solutions should be discarded.
Therapy can be started parenterally and continued with an oral preparation.
Treatment should not be extended beyond 14 days without review.
Stability and Compatibility: Intravenous infusions of AUGMENTIN may be given in a range of different intravenous fluids. Satisfactory antibiotic concentrations are retained at 5°C and at room temperature (25°C) in the recommended volume of the following infusion fluids. If reconstituted and maintained at room temperature, infusions should be completed within the times stated. (See Table 10.)

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Reconstituted solutions should not be frozen.
AUGMENTIN is less stable in infusions containing glucose, dextran or bicarbonate. Reconstituted solutions of AUGMENTIN should therefore not be added to such infusions but may be injected into the drip tubing over a period of 3-4 minutes.
For storage at 5°C, the reconstituted solution should be added to pre-refrigerated infusion bags which can be stored for up to 8 hours. Thereafter, the infusion should be administered immediately after reaching room temperature. (See Table 11.)

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Tablet: Store in a dry place in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
For AUGMENTIN tablet packs with a storage temperature up to 30°C, use tablets within 14 days of opening (see also Instructions for Use/Handling under Cautions for Usage).
AUGMENTIN tablet packs contain desiccant sachets. Do not remove or eat.
Oral suspension: Store in a dry place at below 30°C in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
Once reconstituted, the suspension must be stored in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) and used within 7 days. Do not freeze (see also Instructions for Use/Handling under Cautions for Usage).
Injection: AUGMENTIN vials should be stored in a dry place below 25°C.

Penicillins

J01CR02 - amoxicillin and beta-lactamase inhibitor ; Belongs to the class of penicillin combinations, including beta-lactamase inhibitors. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

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