AMOXYCILLIN & CLAVUNATE POTASSIUM FOR INJ.
Amoxycillin & Clavunate Potassium is an injectable medicine used to treat bacterial infections. It’s a combination of amoxicillin (which belongs to a penicillin-based antibiotic) and clavulanic acid (which is a beta-lactamase inhibitor). Your doctor prescribes this medicine for use when you need a doctor to administer an antibiotic (via an intravenous injection).
The addition protects a variety of bacteria that could otherwise be able to produce enzymes that destroy the attack of amoxycillin. It is available in varying strengths to enable treatment as appropriate by a doctor.
Amoxycillin & Clavunate Potassium for Injection Composition
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients:
Amoxycillin
Clavunate Potassium
Strengths: 150 mg / 300 mg / 600 mg / 1.2 g
The product is provided in an injectable form: amoxicillin and clavulanic acid.
How Amoxycillin and Clavunate Potassium Work?
Amoxicillin is an antibiotic medicine. Amoxicillin blocks bacteria from making cell walls, an important structure of bacteria. This can cause the bacteria’s cell walls to be weak and possibly kill the bacteria.
Clavulanic acid is used along with amoxicillin. It targets the beta-lactamase enzyme produced by bacteria. Clavulanic acid functions by inhibiting the action of beta-lactamase against amoxicillin and thus blocks its ability to kill bacteria. This combination prevents the action of susceptible beta-lactamases.
Why Amoxycillin and Clavunate Potassium Used?
Amoxycillin & Clavunate Potassium for Injection can be used to treat some bacterial infections in cases where an injection method is suitable. Using the approved product information and information about the bacteria, some other potential uses may include:
- Respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Bone and joint infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Certain intra-abdominal infections
The medication may be selected by clinical circumstances and, if suitable, supported by microbiological proof. This drug is not used to treat viral infections such as flu or colds.
Route of Entry
This injection is to be reconstituted and given by a healthcare professional trained in the product administration and according to the label instructions. After the addition of the specified diluent, the injection route and rate of administration must be as per the product-specific instructions.
Dosage Considerations
The dose and length of treatment will be based on the severity of infection, patient’s age, weight and overall health, as well as individual response to treatment. People with reduced kidney function may need a dose change. Prescribers should refer to the approved product information before prescribing medicine.
Possible Side Effects
Possible side effects include:
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Skin rash or itching
- Injection-site reactions
- Changes in liver enzyme levels
Other possible side effects are serious allergic reactions, liver damage, severe skin reactions and colitis associated with antibiotic use. Breathing problems, facial swelling or severe, long-lasting diarrhoea.
Precautions Before use
Talk to your health professional before using this medicine if the patient previously had an allergic reaction to penicillins, cephalosporins or other beta-lactam antibiotics. Kidney function and liver function tests. If you are taking any other medicines, including all prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek an appropriate medical assessment. This medicine should only be taken when indicated and prescribed by a medical doctor.
Storage
Store any unopened medicine in the conditions as outlined on the approved product label and protected from moisture and excessive heat as specified by the manufacturer. The reconstituted solutions should be handled and stored according to the product-specific instructions. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date as indicated on the packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amoxycillin & Clavunate Potassium for Injection?
A combination antibiotic medicine used to treat certain bacterial infections that may occur with compatible microorganisms following medical consultation.
What strengths are available?
The listed strengths are 150 mg, 300 mg, 600 mg and 1.2g. Confirm the exact active ingredient details from the approved product label.
How does this injection work?
Amoxicillin is a beta-lactam antibiotic that disrupts bacterial cell wall synthesis. Clavulanic acid blocks the activity of certain bacterial enzymes that would otherwise make amoxicillin ineffective.
What side effects may occur?
The most common reported side effects are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and skin rash. Serious responses should be investigated by a doctor.
Who should give this injection?
The injection should be given and prepared according to the approved prescribing information by a qualified medical professional.
