Avlomox 125 mg/1.25 ml (Pediatric Drops)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amoxicillin trihydrate |
| Company | Aci limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Ear, nose and throat infections
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Genito-urinary tract infections
- Venereal disease
- Dental abscess therapy
- H. pylori infection and duodenal ulcer
- Reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrence
Pharmacology
Broad spectrum penicillin
Dosage
- Adult: 250 mg three times daily, increasing up to 500 mg three times daily for severe infections
- Children under 10 years: 125 mg three times daily, increasing up to 250 mg three times daily for severe infections
- Special Cases:
- Severe or recurrent purulent respiratory infection: 3 gm every 12 hours
- Otitis media: 1 g three times daily for adult, 40 mg/kg body weight daily in 3 divided doses for children (max. 3 g daily)
- Pneumonia: 500-1000 mg three times daily
- Dental abscess: 3 gm, repeated after 10-12 hours
- Urinary tract infections: 3 gm, repeated after 10-12 hours
- Gonorrhoea: Single dose of 2-3 gm with Probenecid 1 gm (Probenecid contraindicated in children under 2 years)
- In renal impairment: Total daily dosage reduction may be necessary
Administration
Reconstituted suspension can be administered by adding the required amount of suspension to milk, fruit juice, water and should be taken immediately
Interaction
Concurrent use of Avlomox and Probenecid may result in increased and prolonged blood levels. Avlomox may affect gut flora, leading to lower estrogen reabsorption and reduced efficacy of combined oral estrogen/progesterone contraceptives
Contraindications
Amoxicillin is contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Mild and transient side effects including diarrhoea, indigestion, occasionally rash
- Rare cases of Pseudo-membranous colitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
US FDA pregnancy category of Amoxicillin is B. Caution advised during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
Possibility of superinfections with mycotic or bacterial pathogens. Discontinue and institute appropriate therapy if superinfections occur
Therapeutic Class
Broad spectrum penicillins
Reconstitution
- Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection:
- Intramuscular: Add 2.5 ml water for injection to Amoxycillin 500 mg injection vial
- Intravenous: Dissolve Amoxycillin 500 mg injection in 10 ml water for injection
Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children