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Amoxicillin (B&B) TM
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Active ingredients: amoxicillin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AMOXICILLIN B&B amoxicillin (as trihydrate) 125 mg/5 mL powder for oral suspension bottle packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
It is indicated for the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible strains of sensitive organisms:,Note: Therapy should be guided by bacteriological studies, including sensitivity tests, and by clinical response. However, in emergency cases where the causative organism has not been identified, therapy with amoxicillin may be useful. Clinical judgement will decide whether combination with another antibiotic would provide a sufficiently broad spectrum of activity pending sensitivity test results.,Skin and Skin Structure: Staphylococcus, non-penicillinase producing; Streptococcus; E.coli,Respiratory (Acute and Chronic): H.influenzae, Streptococcus; S.pneumoniae; staphylococcus, non-penicillinase-producing; E.coli,Genitourinary Tract (complicated and uncomplicated, Acute and Chronic): E.coli, P.mirabilis and S.faecalis.,Gonorrhoea: N.gonorrhoeae (non-penicillinase producing).,Prophylaxis of endocarditis: [Trade name] may be used for the prophylaxis of bacterial endocarditis in individuals at particular risk, such as those with a prosthetic heart valve or those who have previously had endocarditis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suspension, powder for
- Oral
- Unconstituted powder: White to pale yellow free flowing powder. Reconstituted: Pale yellow to yellow coloured suspension with fruity aromatic odor
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- Amoxicillin powder for oral suspension packed in bottle of 150mL along with 28mm screw cap pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient amoxicillin
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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