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Amoclav Suspension

Amoclav Suspension Overdosage

amoxicillin + clavulanic acid

Manufacturer:

UNILAB, Inc

Distributor:

UNILAB, Inc
Full Prescribing Info
Overdosage
156.25 mg/5 mL & 312.5 mg/5 mL powder for oral suspension: Symptoms and signs of overdose: Gastrointestinal symptoms and disturbance of the fluid and electrolyte balances may be evident.
Amoxicillin crystalluria, in some cases leading to renal failure, has been observed (see Precautions).
Convulsions may occur in patients with impaired renal function or in those receiving high doses.
Amoxicillin has been reported to precipitate in bladder catheters, predominantly after intravenous administration of large doses. A regular check of patency should be maintained (see Precautions).
Treatment of intoxication: Gastrointestinal symptoms may be treated symptomatically, with attention to the water/electrolyte balance.
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid can be removed from the circulation by haemodialysis.
228.5 mg/5 mL & 457 mg/5 mL suspension: Clinical features of overdosage with Co-amoxiclav may include gastrointestinal symptoms, fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Amoxicillin crystalluria, leading to renal failure, has also been observed in some cases.
Symptomatic treatment is recommended. Co-amoxiclav can be removed by hemodialysis.
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