Curam Dosage & Drug Information

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Core Prescribing Info

Contents

Co-amoxiclav: Amoxicillin, clavulanic acid

Indications/Uses

Adult & childn w/ adequately diagnosed acute bacterial sinusitis; acute otitis media; adequately diagnosed acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis; community-acquired pneumonia; cystitis; pyelonephritis; skin & soft tissue infections in particular cellulitis, animal bites, severe dental abscess w/ spreading cellulitis; bone & joint infections, in particular osteomyelitis.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & childn ≥40 kg Mild & moderate infections 375 mg tab tds or 625 mg tab bd. More severe infections 625 mg tab tds.

Administration

Should be taken with food: Administer w/ meal to minimise potential GI intolerance.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid & to any of the penicillins or excipients. History of severe immediate hypersensitivity reaction (eg, anaphylaxis) to another β-lactam agent (eg, cephalosporin, carbapenem or monobactam). History of jaundice/hepatic impairment due to amoxicillin/clavulanic acid.

MIMS Class

Penicillins

ATC Classification

J01CR02 - amoxicillin and beta-lactamase inhibitor ; Belongs to the class of penicillin combinations, including beta-lactamase inhibitors. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

POM

Presentation/Packing

Form

Curam 625 mg film-coated tab

Packing/Price

1's

Curam

amoxicillin + clavulanic acid

Manufacturer:

Sandoz