About amoxicylli n
Penicillin antibiotic with beta-lactamase inhibitor
Used for
- Treats susceptible bacterial infections, including some respiratory, urinary, skin, and abdominal infections.
- Used to prevent infection during certain surgeries.
Usual adult dose
Usually 1.2 g intravenously every 8 hours; severe infections may need more frequent doses.
Usual dose in children
Children aged 3 months or older: usually 30 mg/kg intravenously every 8 hours; specialist dosing varies by infection.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea, nausea, or vomiting
- Rash or itching
- Injection-site discomfort
- Rarely, severe allergic reaction or liver problems
Important warnings
- Contains amoxicillin and clavulanate; avoid with serious allergy to penicillins or related antibiotics.
- Tell clinicians about previous antibiotic-related liver problems or jaundice.
- Kidney impairment may require dose adjustment.
- Seek urgent care for breathing difficulty, facial swelling, or severe skin reactions.
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically needed; pregnancy safety should be assessed by a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible; monitor for infant diarrhoea, rash, or oral thrush.
Interactions
- Warfarin and related blood thinners: may alter clotting tests.
- Allopurinol: may increase rash risk.
- Probenecid: can raise amoxicillin levels.
- Methotrexate: may increase methotrexate toxicity.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.