Augmentin tabAdultMild to moderate infections 375 mg tid or 625 mg bid-tid or 1 g bid. Severe infections 2 times 375 mg tid or 1-2 times 625 mg tid or 1 g bid-tid. Augmentin suspChildnSkin & soft tissue infection, recurrent tonsillitis 20-40 mg/kg/day tid or 25-45 mg/kg/day bid. Otitis media, sinusitis, lower resp tract infection, UTI 40-60 mg/kg/day tid or 45-70 kg/mg/day bid. Augmentin ES suspChildn ≥3 mth 90/6.4 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses at 12-hrly intervals for 10 days, 36 kg 13.5 mL bid, 32 kg 12 mL bid, 28 kg 10.5 mL bid, 24 kg 9 mL bid, 20 kg 7.5 mL bid, 16 kg 6 mL bid, 12 kg 4.5 mL bid, 8 kg 3 mL bid.
Careful enquiry should be made concerning previous hypersensitivity reactions to penicillins, cephalosporins or other allergens prior to initiation of therapy. History of penicillin hypersensitivity. Discontinue & initiate alternative therapy if an allergic reaction occurs. Suspected infectious mononucleosis. Overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms in prolonged use. Pseudomembranous colitis. Discontinue treatment if prolonged or significant diarrhea occurs or the patient experiences abdominal cramps. Concomitant use w/ anticoagulants. Ensure adequate hydration & urinary output especially w/ parenteral therapy or high doses. Hepatic dysfunction. Renal impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Tab/susp: Perform periodic assessment of organ system functions including renal, hepatic, hematopoietic function during prolonged therapy. Phenylketonuria.
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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