Amoxicillin and Clavulanate potassium 250 mg/5mL; 62.5 mg/5mL Suspension, 100 mL
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Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the ears, lungs, sinus, skin, and urinary tract. Amoxicillin is in a class of medications called penicillin-like antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic acid is in a class of medications called beta-lactamase inhibitors. It works by stopping bacteria from breaking down amoxicillin. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists a...
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| amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 250 mg/5mL; 62.5 mg/5mL 73043-0010-01 | Devatis, | 75 ml | $0.445 | AB | Availability likely | save 1% |
| Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Potassium 250 mg/5mL; 62.5 mg/5mL 81964-0204-07 | USAntibiotics, | 75 ml | $0.445 | AB | Availability likely | save 1% |
| Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium 250 mg/5mL; 62.5 mg/5mL 59651-0026-01 | Aurobindo | 100 ml | $0.448 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Amoxicillin and Clavulanate potassium 250 mg/5mL; 62.5 mg/5mLthis 69097-0098-44 | Cipla | 100 ml | $0.448 | AB | Availability likely | — |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension is indicated for the treatment of infections in adults and pediatric patients, due to susceptible isolates of the designated bacteria in the conditions listed below: Lower Respiratory Tract Infections - caused by beta-lactamase–producing isolates of Haemophilus influenzae and Moraxella catarrhalis . Acute Bacterial Otitis Media - caused by beta-lactamase–producing isolates of H. influenzae and M. catarrhalis . Sinusitis - caused by beta-lactamase–producing isolates of H. influenzae and M. catarrhalis .
Skin and Skin Structure Infections - caused by beta-lactamase–producing isolates of Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella species . Urinary Tract Infections - caused by beta-lactamase–producing isolates of E. coli, Klebsiella species , and Enterobacter species. Limitations of Use When susceptibility test results show susceptibility to amoxicillin, indicating no beta-lactamase production, amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension should not be used.
Usage To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension is a combination of amoxicillin, a penicillin-class antibacterial and clavulanate potassium, a beta-lactamase inhibitor indicated for treatment of the following infections in adults and pediatric patients: ( 1 ) Lower respiratory tract infections Acute bacterial otitis media Sinusitis Skin and skin structure infections Urinary tract infections Limitations of Use When susceptibility test results show susceptibility to amoxicillin, indicating no beta-lactamase production, amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension should not be used.
( 1 ) Usage To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria. ( 1 )
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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adults and Pediatric Patients greater than 40 kg: 500 or 875 mg every 12 hours or 250 or 500 mg every 8 hours, based on amoxicillin component. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Pediatric patients aged 12 weeks (3 months) and older: 25 to 45 mg/kg/day every 12 hours or 20 to 40 mg/kg/day every 8 hours, up to the adult dose. ( 2.3 ) Neonates and infants less than 12 weeks of age: 30 mg/kg/day divided every 12 hours, based on the amoxicillin component.
Use of the 125 mg/5 mL oral suspension is recommended. ( 2.3 )
2.1Important Administration Instructions Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension may be taken without regard to meals; however, absorption of clavulanate potassium is enhanced when Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension is administered at the start of a meal. To minimize the potential for gastrointestinal intolerance, Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension should be taken at the start of a meal.
2.2Adult Patients See dosing regimens of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium (based on the amoxicillin component) provided in Table 1 below. Table 1. Dosing Regimens of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium in Adult Patients TYPE OF INFECTION DOSING REGIMEN OF AMOXICILLIN AND CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM Severe infections and infections of the respiratory tract one 875 mg tablet a of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium every 12 hours or one 500 mg tablet b,c of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium every 8 hours Less severe infections one 500 mg tablet b,c of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium every 12 hours or one 250 mg tablet d of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium every 8 hours a Adults who have difficulty swallowing may be given the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 200 mg/28.5 mg per 5 mL suspension or the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 400 mg/57 mg per 5 mL suspension may be used in place of the 875 mg/125 mg tablet. b Adults who have difficulty swallowing may be given the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 125 mg/31.25 mg per 5 mL or amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 250 mg/62.5 mg per 5 mL suspension in place of the 500 mg/125 mg tablet. c Two amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 250 mg/125 mg tablets are NOT substitutable with one 500 mg/125 mg amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium tablet [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] . d amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 250 mg/125 mg tablet is NOT substitutable with amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 250 mg/62.5 mg chewable tablet [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 )] .
2.3Pediatric Patients Based on the amoxicillin component, amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension should be dosed as follows: Neonates and Infants Aged less than 12 weeks (less than 3 months): See dosing regimens of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension provided in Table 2 below. Table 2: Dosing Regimens of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension in Neonates and Infants Aged Less than 12 Weeks (Less than 3 Months) PATIENT POPULATION DOSING REGIMEN Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 125 mg/31.25 mg per 5 mL for oral suspension a Neonates and Infants aged less than 12 weeks (less than 3 months) 30 mg/kg/day every 12 hours a Experience with the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension 200 mg/28.5 mg per 5 mL formulation in this age group is limited, and thus, use of the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 125 mg/31.25 mg per 5 mL for oral suspension is recommended.
Patients Aged 12 weeks (3 months) and Older and Weighing Less than 40 kg: See dosing regimens provided in Table 3 below. The every 12 hour regimen is recommended as it is associated with significantly less diarrhea [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . The amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 200 mg/28.5 mg per 5 mL and amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 400 mg/57 mg per 5 mL for oral suspension and amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium 200 mg/28.5 mg and amoxicillin and clavul…
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Powder for Oral Suspension: 250 mg/62.5 mg per 5 mL: Orange-flavored powder for oral suspension (each 5 mL of reconstituted suspension contains 250 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate and 62.5 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt). For Oral Suspension: 250 mg/62.5 mg per 5 mL ( 3 )
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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS History of a serious hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis or Stevens-Johnson syndrome) to Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension or to other beta-lactams (e.g., penicillins or cephalosporins) ( 4.1 ) History of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension. ( 4.2 )
4.1Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension is contraindicated in patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis or Stevens-Johnson syndrome) to amoxicillin, clavulanate or to other beta-lactam antibacterial drugs (e.g., penicillins and cephalosporins).
4.2Cholestatic Jaundice/Hepatic Dysfunction Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension is contraindicated in patients with a previous history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension.
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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Serious (including fatal) hypersensitivity reactions: Discontinue Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension if a reaction occurs. ( 5.1 ) Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCAR): Monitor closely. Discontinue if rash progresses.
( 5.2 ) Drug-induced enterocolitis syndrome (DIES) has been reported with use of amoxicillin, a component of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension. If this occurs, discontinue Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension and institute appropriate therapy. ( 5.3 ) Hepatic dysfunction and cholestatic jaundice: Discontinue if signs/symptoms of hepatitis occur.
Monitor liver function tests in patients with hepatic impairment. ( 5.4 ) Clostridioides difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD): Evaluate patients if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.5 ) Patients with mononucleosis who receive Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension develop skin rash.
Avoid Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension use in these patients. (5.6) Overgrowth: The possibility of superinfections with fungal or bacterial pathogens should be considered during therapy. ( 5.7 )
5.1Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported in patients receiving beta-lactam antibacterials, including Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension 250 mg/62.5 mg per 5 mL. These reactions are more likely to occur in individuals with a history of penicillin hypersensitivity and/or a history of sensitivity to multiple allergens. Before initiating therapy with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension, careful inquiry should be made regarding previous hypersensitivity reactions to penicillins, cephalosporins, or other allergens.
If an allergic reaction occurs, Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension should be discontinued, and appropriate therapy instituted.
5.2Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may cause severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCAR), such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP). If patients develop a skin rash, they should be monitored closely, and amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium discontinued if lesions progress.
5.3Drug-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (DIES) Drug-induced enterocolitis syndrome (DIES) has been reported with use of amoxicillin, a component of Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for Oral Suspension [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)], with most cases occurring in pediatric patients ≤ 18 years of age. DIES is a non-IgE mediated hypersensitivity reaction characterized by protracted vomiting occurring 1 to 4 hours after drug ingestion in the absence of skin or respiratory symptoms. DIES may be associated with pallor, lethargy, hypotension, shock, diarrhea within 24 hours of ingesting amoxicillin, and leukocytosis with neutrophilia.
If DIES occurs, discontinue Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for Oral Suspension and institute appropriate therapy.
5.4Hepatic Dysfunction Hepatic dysfunction, including hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice has been associated with the use of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension. Hepatic toxicity is usually reversible; however, deaths have been reported. Hepatic function should be monitored at regular intervals in patients with hepatic impairment.
5.5Clostridioides difficile Associated Diarrhea (CDAD) Clostridioides difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial agents alters the normal flora of the colon leading to overgrowth of C. difficile . C. difficile produces toxins A and…
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Anaphylactic reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Drug-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (DIES) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Hepatic Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Clostridioides difficile Associated Diarrhea (CDAD) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] The most frequently reported adverse reactions were diarrhea/loose stools (9%), nausea (3%), skin rashes and urticaria (3%), vomiting (1%) and vaginitis (1%).
( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Cipla Ltd. at 1-866-604-3268 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
6.1Clinical Trial Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The most frequently reported adverse reactions were diarrhea/loose stools (9%), nausea (3%), skin rashes and urticaria (3%), vomiting (1%) and vaginitis (1%). Less than 3% of patients discontinued therapy because of drug‑related adverse reactions.
The overall incidence of adverse reactions, and in particular diarrhea, increased with the higher recommended dose. Other less frequently reported adverse reactions (less than 1%) include: Abdominal discomfort, flatulence, and headache. In pediatric patients (aged 2 months to 12 years), 1 US/Canadian clinical trial was conducted which compared 45/6.4 mg/kg/day (divided every 12 hours) of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for 10 days versus 40/10 mg/kg/day (divided every 8 hours) of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for 10 days in the treatment of acute otitis media.
A total of 575 patients were enrolled, and only the suspension formulations were used in this trial. Overall, the adverse reactions seen were comparable to that noted above; however, there were differences in the rates of diarrhea, skin rashes/urticaria, and diaper area rashes. [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )]
6.2Postmarketing Experience In addition to adverse reactions reported from clinical trials, the following have been identified during postmarketing use of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium. Because they are reported voluntarily from a population of unknown size, estimates of frequency cannot be made. These events have been chosen for inclusion due to a combination of their seriousness, frequency of reporting, or potential causal connection to Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium.
Gastrointestinal: Drug-induced enterocolitis syndrome (DIES), indigestion, gastritis, stomatitis, glossitis, black “hairy” tongue, mucocutaneous candidiasis, enterocolitis, and hemorrhagic/pseudomembranous colitis. Onset of pseudomembranous colitis symptoms may occur during or after antibacterial treatment. [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Immune: Hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions (including shock), angioedema, serum sickness-like reactions (urticaria or skin rash accompanied by arthritis, arthralgia, myalgia, and frequently fever), hypersensitivity vasculitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )].
Skin and Appendages: Rashes, pruritus, urticaria, erythema multiforme, SJS, TEN, DRESS, AGEP, exfoliative dermatitis, and linear IgA bullous dermatosis. Liver: Hepatic dysfunction, including hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice, increases in serum transaminases (AST and/or ALT), serum bilirubin, and/or alkaline phosphatase, has been reported with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium. It has been reported more commonly in the elderly, in males, or in patients on prolonged treatment.
The histologic findings on liver biopsy have consisted of predominantly cholestatic, hepatocellular, or mixed cholestatic hepatocellular changes. The onset of signs/symptoms of hepati…
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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Co-administration with probenecid is not recommended. ( 7.1 ) Concomitant use of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension and oral anticoagulants may increase the prolongation of prothrombin time. ( 7.2 ) Co-administration with allopurinol increases the risk of rash. ( 7.3 ) Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension may reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives. ( 7.4 )
7.1Probenecid Probenecid decreases the renal tubular secretion of amoxicillin but does not delay renal excretion of clavulanic acid. Concurrent use with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium may result in increased and prolonged blood concentrations of amoxicillin. Co-administration of probenecid is not recommended.
7.2Oral Anticoagulants Abnormal prolongation of prothrombin time (increased international normalized ratio [INR]) has been reported in patients receiving amoxicillin and oral anticoagulants. Appropriate monitoring should be undertaken when anticoagulants are prescribed concurrently with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium. Adjustments in the dose of oral anticoagulants may be necessary to maintain the desired level of anticoagulation.
7.3Allopurinol The concurrent administration of allopurinol and amoxicillin increases the incidence of rashes in patients receiving both drugs as compared to patients receiving amoxicillin alone. It is not known whether this potentiation of amoxicillin rashes is due to allopurinol or the hyperuricemia present in these patients.
7.4Oral Contraceptives Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension may affect intestinal flora, leading to lower estrogen reabsorption and reduced efficacy of combined oral estrogen/progesterone contraceptives.
7.5Effects on Laboratory Tests High urine concentrations of amoxicillin may result in false-positive reactions when testing for the presence of glucose in urinex using CLINITEST ® , Benedict’s Solution, or Fehling’s Solution. Since this effect may also occur with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium, it is recommended that glucose tests based on enzymatic glucose oxidase reactions be used. Following administration of amoxicillin to pregnant women, a transient decrease in plasma concentration of total conjugated of estriol, estriol-glucuronide, conjugated estrone, and estradiol has been noted.
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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pediatric Use: Modify dose in patients 12 weeks or younger. ( 8.4 ) Renal Impairment: Dosage adjustment is recommended for severe renal impairment (GFR less than 30mL/min). ( 2.4 , 8.6 )
8.1Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects: Pregnancy Category B. Reproduction studies performed in pregnant rats and mice given Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium (2:1 ratio formulation of amoxicillin:clavulanate) at oral doses up to 1200 mg/kg/day revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus due to Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium. The amoxicillin doses in rats and mice (based on body surface area) were approximately 4 and 2 times the maximum recommended adult human oral dose (875 mg every 12 hours).
For clavulanate, these dose multiples were approximately 9 and 4 times the maximum recommended adult human oral dose (125 mg every 8 hours). There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
8.2Labor and Delivery Oral ampicillin-class antibacterials are poorly absorbed during labor. It is not known whether use of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium in humans during labor or delivery has immediate or delayed adverse effects on the fetus, prolongs the duration of labor, or increases the likelihood of the necessity for an obstetrical intervention.
8.3Nursing Mothers Amoxicillin has been shown to be excreted in human milk. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium use by nursing mothers may lead to sensitization of infants. Caution should be exercised when amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is administered to a nursing woman.
8.4Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets have been established in pediatric patients. Use of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium powder for oral suspension in pediatric patients is supported by evidence from studies of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets in adults with additional data from a study of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Powder for Oral Suspension in pediatric patients aged 2 months to 12 years with acute otitis media [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )].
Because of incompletely developed renal function in neonates and young infants, the elimination of amoxicillin may be delayed; clavulanate elimination is unaltered in this age group. Dosing of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for oral suspension should be modified in pediatric patients aged less than 12 weeks (less than 3 months) [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.3 )].
8.5Geriatric Use Of the 3,119 patients in an analysis of clinical studies of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium, 32% were greater than or equal to 65 years old, and 14% were greater than or equal to 75 years old. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out.
This drug is known to be substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of adverse reactions to this drug may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, care should be taken in dose selection, and it may be useful to monitor renal function.
8.6Renal Impairment Amoxicillin is primarily eliminated by the kidney and dosage adjustment is usually required in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR less than 30 mL/min). See Patients with Renal Impairment [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )] for specific recommendations in patients with renal impairment.
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10 OVERDOSAGE In case of overdosage, discontinue medication, treat symptomatically, and institute supportive measures as required. A prospective study of 51 pediatric patients at a poison-control center suggested that overdosages of less than 250 mg/kg of amoxicillin are not associated with significant clinical symptoms 1 . Interstitial nephritis resulting in oliguric renal failure has been reported in patients after overdosage with amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium.
Crystalluria, in some cases leading to renal failure, has also been reported after amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium overdosage in adult and pediatric patients. In case of overdosage, adequate fluid intake and diuresis should be maintained to reduce the risk of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium crystalluria. Renal impairment appears to be reversible with cessation of drug administration.
High blood levels may occur more readily in patients with impaired renal function because of decreased renal clearance of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may be removed from circulation by hemodialysis [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )].
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12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension is an antibacterial drug [see Microbiology ( 12.4 )].
12.3Pharmacokinetics Mean amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium pharmacokinetic parameters in normal adults following administration of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium Tablets are shown in Table 6 and following administration of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets are shown in Table 7 . Table 6: Mean (±S.D.) Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Pharmacokinetic Parameters a,b with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets Dose and Regimen of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium C max (mcg/mL) AUC 0 to 24 (mcg * h/mL) Amoxicillin and Clavulanate potassium Amoxicillin Clavulanate potassium Amoxicillin Clavulanate potassium 250 mg/125 mg every 8 hours 3.3 ± 1.12 1.5 ± 0.70 26.7 ± 4.56 12.6 ± 3.25 500 mg/125 mg every 12 hours 6.5 ± 1.41 1.8 ± 0.61 33.4 ± 6.76 8.6 ± 1.95 500 mg/125 mg every 8 hours 7.2 ± 2.26 2.4 ± 0.83 53.4 ± 8.87 15.7 ± 3.86 875 mg/125 mg every 12 hours 11.6 ± 2.78 2.2 ± 0.99 53.5 ± 12.31 10.2 ± 3.04 a Mean (± standard deviation) values of 14 normal adults (N equals 15 for clavulanate potassium in the low-dose regimens).
Peak concentrations occurred approximately 1.5 hours after the dose. b Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium administered at the start of a light meal. Table 7: Mean (±S.D.) Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Pharmacokinetic Parameters a,b with Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets Dose of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium C max (mcg/mL) AUC 0 to 24 (mcg * h/mL) Amoxicillin and Clavulanate potassium Amoxicillin Clavulanate potassium Amoxicillin Clavulanate potassium 400 mg/57 mg (5 mL of suspension) 6.94 ± 1.24 1.10 ± 0.42 17.29 ± 2.28 2.34 ± 0.94 400 mg/57 mg (1 chewable tablet) 6.67 ± 1.37 1.03 ± 0.33 17.24 ± 2.64 2.17 ± 0.73 a Mean (± standard deviation) values of 28 normal adults.
Peak concentrations occurred approximately 1 hour after the dose. b Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium administered at the start of a light meal. Oral administration of 5 mL of the 250 mg/62.5 mg suspension of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium or the equivalent dose of 10 mL of the 125 mg/31.25 mg suspension of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium provides average peak serum concentrations approximately 1 hour after dosing of 6.9 mcg/mL for amoxicillin and 1.6 mcg/mL for clavulanic acid. The areas under the serum concentration curves obtained during the first 4 hours after dosing were 12.6 mcg * h/mL for amoxicillin and 2.9 mcg*h/mL for clavulanic acid when 5 mL of the 250 mg/62.5 mg suspension of Amoxicillin and Clavulante potassium or equivalent dose of 10 mL of the 125 mg/31.25 mg suspension of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium was administered to normal adults.
One 250 mg/62.5 mg chewable tablet of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium or two 125 mg/31.25 mg chewable tablets of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium are equivalent to 5 mL of the 250 mg/62.5 mg suspension of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium and provide similar serum levels of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxicillin serum concentrations achieved with amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium are similar to those produced by the oral administration of equivalent doses of amoxicillin alone. Time above the minimum inhibitory concentration of 1 mcg/mL for amoxicillin has been shown to be similar after corresponding every 12 hour and every 8-hour dosing regimens of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium in adults and children.
Absorption: Dosing in the fasted or fed state has minimal effect on the pharmacokinetics of amoxicillin. While Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium can be given without regard to meals, absorption of clavulanate potassium when taken with food is greater relative to the fasted state. In one study, the relative bioavailability of clavulanate was reduced w…
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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension, USP 250 mg/62.5 mg per 5 mL: Each 5 mL of reconstituted orange-flavored suspension contains 250 mg of amoxicillin and 62.5 mg clavulanic acid as the potassium salt, and is available as follows: NDC 69097-098-43 ..................... 75 mL bottle NDC 69097-098-44 ..................... 100 mL bottle NDC 69097-098-08 .....................
150 mL bottle Dispense in original container. Store dry powder for oral suspension at 20° -25°C (68° - 77°F). See USP controlled room temperature.
Store reconstituted suspension under refrigeration. Discard unused suspension after 10 days. Keep out of the reach of children.
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11 DESCRIPTION Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension is an oral antibacterial combination consisting of amoxicillin and the beta -lactamase inhibitor, clavulanate potassium (the potassium salt of clavulanic acid). Amoxicillin is an analog of ampicillin, derived from the basic penicillin nucleus, 6-aminopenicillanic acid. The amoxicillin molecular formula is C 16 H 19 N 3 O 5 S•3H 2 O, and the molecular weight is 419.46.
Chemically, amoxicillin is (2 S ,5 R ,6 R )-6-[( R )-(-)-2-Amino-2-( p- hydroxyphenyl) acetamido]-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2 carboxylic acid trihydrate and may be represented structurally as: Clavulanic acid is produced by the fermentation of Streptomyces clavuligerus . It is a beta -lactam structurally related to the penicillins and possesses the ability to inactivate some of beta -lactamases by blocking the active sites of these enzymes. The clavulanate potassium molecular formula is C 8 H 8 KNO 5 , and the molecular weight is 237.25.
Chemically, clavulanate potassium is potassium (Z)(2R,5R)-3-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-7-oxo-4-oxa-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]-heptane-2-carboxylate and may be represented structurally as: 250 mg/62.5 mg: Following constitution, each 5 mL of oral suspension contains 250 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate, and 62.5 mg of clavulanic acid (equivalent to 74.5 mg of clavulanate potassium). Inactive Ingredients: Colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, mannitol, orange flavor, silicon dioxide, saccharin sodium and xanthan gum [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] .
Each 5 mL of reconstituted 250 mg/62.5 mg oral suspension of amoxicillin and clavulnate contains 0.31 mEq potassium. image description image description
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17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Administration Instructions Inform patients that amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension may be taken every 8 hours or every 12 hours, depending on the dose prescribed. Each dose should be taken with a meal or snack to reduce the possibility of gastrointestinal upset. Allergic Reactions Counsel patients that amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium contains a penicillin class drug product that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCAR) Advise patients about the signs and symptoms of serious skin manifestations. Instruct patients to stop taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium immediately and promptly report the first signs or symptoms of skin rash, mucosal lesions, or any other sign of hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. Diarrhea Counsel patients that diarrhea is a common problem caused by antibacterials, and it usually ends when the antibacterial is discontinued.
Sometimes after starting treatment with antibacterials, patients can develop watery and bloody stools (with or without stomach cramps and fever) even as late as 2 or more months after having taken their last dose of the antibacterial. If diarrhea is severe or lasts more than 2 or 3 days, patients should contact their physician as soon as possible. Antibacterial Resistance Patients should be counseled that antibacterial drugs, including amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, should only be used to treat bacterial infections.
They do not treat viral infections (e.g., the common cold). When amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is prescribed to treat a bacterial infection, patients should be told that although it is common to feel better early in the course of therapy, the medication should be taken exactly as directed. Skipping doses or not completing the full course of therapy may: (1) decrease the effectiveness of the immediate treatment, and (2) increase the likelihood that bacteria will develop resistance and will not be treatable by amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium or other antibacterial drugs in the future.
Storage Instructions Advise patients to keep suspension refrigerated. Shake well before using. When dosing a child with the suspension (liquid) of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension, use a calibrated oral syringe.
Be sure to rinse the calibrated oral syringe after each use. Bottles of suspension of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for oral suspension may contain more liquid than required. Follow your doctor’s instructions about the amount to use and the days of treatment your child requires.
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