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Moxaclav (125 mg + 31.25 mg)/5 ml

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Generic: Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

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Therapeutic Class: Penicillin + Beta-lactamase Inhibitor

Indications

Infections caused by beta-lactamase producing bacteria: sinusitis, otitis media, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, dental infections and animal bites.

Pharmacology

Amoxicillin kills bacteria by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. Clavulanic acid inhibits beta-lactamase enzymes and protects amoxicillin from being destroyed, which extends its antibacterial spectrum.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: 625 mg (500 mg + 125 mg) every 8 hours, or 1 g (875 mg + 125 mg) every 12 hours. Child: 25-45 mg/kg daily (as amoxicillin) in divided doses, or as directed by the physician. Take at the start of a meal.

Side Effects

Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, oral or vaginal candidiasis. Rarely: cholestatic jaundice, hepatitis, allergic reactions.

Precautions & Warnings

Use with caution in hepatic impairment; adjust the dose in renal impairment. Treatment should not normally exceed 14 days without review. Complete the full prescribed course. Use only on the prescription of a registered physician.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to penicillins; history of jaundice or liver dysfunction associated with amoxicillin-clavulanic acid or penicillins.

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep the reconstituted suspension in a refrigerator and use within the period stated on the label.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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