Klamentin 250 250 mg / 31.25 mg

Indication

For short-term treatment of infections of the upper and lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, bone and joint. Klamentin is bactericidal to a variety of bacteria including beta-lactamase producing microorganisms resistant to ampicillin and amoxicillin.

Ingredients

• Amoxicillin
• Clavulanic acid

Direction

Dissolve the granules in sufficient water (about 5-10 ml for 1 sachet) and stir well before use. The dose is based on the amoxicillin component. Take immediately before meals to reduce stomach and intestinal intolerance. Children aged 3 months and older: otitis media, sinusitis, respiratory infections and more severe infections 45 mg/kg body weight/day in 2 divided doses; less severe infections 25 mg/kg body weight/day in 2 divided doses. Duration of therapy is 5-10 days and should not exceed 14 days without re-examination. Or as directed by the physician.

Side effects

• May include diarrhoea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal discomfort and skin rash. Allergic reactions
• including rare but serious hypersensitivity reactions
• can occur. Consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

• For prescription only. Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to penicillins and cephalosporins
• severe hepatic and renal impairment
• a history of jaundice or hepatic dysfunction during previous penicillin treatment
• and infectious mononucleosis. Keep out of reach of children. Read the directions carefully before use. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.