Duo-5 LS 100 mg+62.5 mg (Tablet)

Indications

• Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
• Acute community acquired pneumonia
• Pharyngitis or tonsillitis
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Uncomplicated gonorrhea
• Acute maxillary sinusitis

Pharmacology

• Third generation semi-synthetic Cephalosporin
• Activity against Gram positive and Gram negative microorganisms
• Stable in beta lactamase environment
• Exceptional activity against specific bacteria
• Clavulanic acid as a natural inhibitor of beta lactamase

Dosage & Administration

• Dosage for adults (Age 12 years and older)
• Dosage for children (2 months to 12 years)
• Specific dosage for different infections

Interaction

Concomitant administration with antacids or H2 blockers

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Cephalosporins

Side Effects

• Well tolerated medicine
• Common gastrointestinal adverse effects

Pregnancy & Lactation

• US FDA pregnancy category B
• Caution in use during pregnancy
• Excreted in human milk
• Caution for nursing women

Precautions & Warnings

Administered with caution to patients receiving concurrent treatment with diuretics

Therapeutic Class

Third generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, out of the reach of children