Kamoxy 125 mg/1.25 ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 28.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amoxicillin trihydrate |
| Company | Kemiko pharmaceuticals ltd |
| 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
Pharmacology
Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum penicillin effective against a wide range of bacteria
Dosage
- Adult: 250 mg three times daily, increasing up to 500 mg for severe infections
- Children: 125 mg three times daily, increasing up to 250 mg for severe infections
- 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 for children
- 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: may require reduced daily dosage
Administration
Reconstituted suspension can be administered by adding to milk, fruit juice, water
Interaction
Concurrent use of Kamoxy and Probenecid may result in increased and prolonged blood levels
Contraindications
Amoxicillin is contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Rash
- Pseudo-membranous colitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
Category B, caution in lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
Watch for superinfections with mycotic or bacterial pathogens
Therapeutic Class
Broad spectrum penicillins
Reconstitution
- Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection:
- Intramuscular: Add 2.5 ml water for injection
- Intravenous: Dissolve in 10 ml water for injection
Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, out of reach of children