G-Amoxicillin 125 mg/1.25 ml (Pediatric Drops)

15 ml bottle: ৳ 25.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Amoxicillin trihydrate
Company Gonoshasthaya pharma ltd
Also available as
G amoxicillin 250 mg capsule G amoxicillin 500 mg capsule G amoxicillin 125 mg suspension G amoxicillin 500 mg injection

Title

G-Amoxicillin

Categories

  • Antibiotic
  • Medication
  • Pharmaceutical

Description

G-Amoxicillin is indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible ß-lactamase negative strains of microorganisms. It is a broad spectrum penicillin effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Indications

  • Ear, nose and throat infections
  • Lower respiratory tract infections
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Genito-urinary tract infections
  • Venereal disease
  • H. pylori infection
  • Duodenal ulcer disease

Pharmacology

Amoxicillin acts through the inhibition of biosynthesis of cell wall, stable in the presence of gastric acid, and is rapidly absorbed after oral administration.

Dosage

  • Adult: 250-500 mg three times daily
  • Children: 125-250 mg three times daily
  • Severe or recurrent purulent respiratory infection: 3 gm every 12 hours
  • Otitis media: 1 g three times daily for adults, 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: 2-3 gm with Probenecid 1 gm
  • Renal impairment: Adjust dosage as necessary

Administration

Reconstituted suspension can be administered by adding the required amount of suspension to milk, fruit juice, or water.

Interaction

  • Concurrent use with Probenecid may result in increased and prolonged blood levels
  • May affect gut flora leading to lower estrogen reabsorption

Contraindications

Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients

Side Effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Indigestion
  • Rash
  • Pseudo-membranous colitis (rare)

Pregnancy & Lactation

Category B; caution should be exercised when administered to a lactating mother

Precautions & Warnings

Possibility of superinfections with mycotic or bacterial pathogens should be kept in mind

Therapeutic Class

Broad spectrum penicillins

Reconstitution

  • Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection Intramuscular: Add 2.5 ml water for injection to vial
  • Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection Intravenous: Dissolve in 10 ml water for injection

Storage Conditions

Store in a dry place away from light and heat; keep out of the reach of children

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