Sullivan Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Co-amoxiclav (amoxicillin & clavulanic acid). Per 625 mg tab Amoxicillin trihydrate 500 mg, clavulanic acid 125 mg. Per 5 mL of 125 mg/31.25 mg susp Amoxicillin trihydrate 125 mg, clavulanic acid 31.25 mg. Per 5 mL of 250 mg/62.5 mg susp Amoxicillin trihydrate 250 mg, clavulanic acid 62.5 mg. Per 5 mL of 400 mg/57 mg susp Amoxicillin trihydrate 400 mg, clavulanic acid 57 mg

Indications/Uses

Actinomycosis, anthrax, biliary tract infections, bronchitis, endocarditis (particularly prophylaxis), gastroenteritis (including salmonella enteritis), gonorrhea, lyme disease mouth infections, otitis media, pneumonia, spleen disorders, pneumococcal infections prophylaxis, typhoid & paratyphoid fever & UTI.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Tab Adult & childn >2 yr Severe infection 625 mg. 125 mg/31.25 mg susp Childn 7-12 yr 10 mL; 2-6 yr 5 mL. Infant 9-12 mth 2.5 mL. 250 mg/62.5 mg susp Childn 7-12 yr 5 mL; 2-6 yr 2.5 mL. All doses to be taken tid. 400 mg/57 mg susp Childn 7-12 yr 5 mL every 12 hr; 2-6 yr 2.5 mL every 12 hr; 9 mth-1 yr 1.25 mL every 12 hr; <20 kg 20-40 mg/kg daily in divided dose every 12 hr.

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Administration

May be taken with or without food: Preferably taken at the start of meals for better absorption & to reduce GI discomfort.

Contraindications

History of allergic reaction to β-lactams or penicillins. History of co-amoxiclav associated jaundice or hepatic dysfunction.

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Special Precautions

Avoid use if glandular fever is suspected. Prolonged use. Cholestatic jaundice (rarely). Hepatic dysfunction. Severe renal impairment.

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Adverse Reactions

Hepatitis & cholestatic jaundice. Clavulanic acid: Erythema multiforme, SJS, TEN, exfoliative dermatitis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes & antibiotic associated colitis.

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Drug Interactions

Decreased renal tubular secretion w/ probenecid. Increased incidence of rash w/ allopurinol.

Caution For Usage

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Penicillins

ATC Classification

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

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Sullivan 125 mg/31.25 mg/5 mL powd for oral susp

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's (P189/bottle)

Form

Sullivan 250 mg/62.5 mg/5 mL powd for oral susp

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's (P240/bottle)

Form

Sullivan 400 mg/57 mg/5 mL powd for oral susp

Packing/Price

70 mL x 1's (P380/bottle)

Form

Sullivan 625 mg tab

Packing/Price

100's (P4,500/pack)

Sullivan

amoxicillin + clavulanic acid

Manufacturer:

Medhaus

Distributor:

Medhaus