Augmentin bd suspension 457mg

About Augmentin bd suspension 457mg

Augmentin BD Suspension 457mg Uses

• Treats acute otitis media (middle ear infection) in children
• Treats bacterial tonsillitis and throat infections
• Treats sinusitis caused by susceptible bacteria
• Treats lower respiratory tract infections including bronchitis and pneumonia
• Treats urinary tract infections in children

Augmentin BD Suspension 457mg Benefits

• Combines amoxicillin with clavulanic acid to overcome bacterial resistance
• Twice daily (BD) dosing improves treatment adherence in children
• Effective against a broad range of gram positive and gram negative bacteria
• Convenient liquid formulation for children who cannot swallow tablets
• Supports faster symptom relief when the correct weight based dose is given

What Experts Say

Augmentin BD combines amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, a component that blocks the beta-lactamase enzyme many bacteria use to resist penicillin type antibiotics. This combination restores amoxicillin's effectiveness against resistant strains. The 457mg per 5ml BD strength allows twice daily dosing, which suits pediatric treatment schedules better than three times daily dosing.

Pediatric dosing should always be calculated using the child's body weight in kilograms, not age alone. Doctors typically prescribe a set number of milligrams per kilogram per day, split into two doses for the BD suspension. Using the measuring syringe or cup supplied with the bottle helps avoid underdosing or overdosing a growing child.

Parents should complete the full prescribed course even if the child feels better after two or three days, since stopping early can allow surviving bacteria to develop resistance. A pediatrician should confirm the diagnosis before starting therapy and should be consulted again if fever, rash, or diarrhea appears during treatment.

Drug Class

• Penicillin group antibiotic
• Beta lactam antibiotic combined with a beta lactamase inhibitor
• Aminopenicillin class

Augmentin bd suspension 457mg formula

• Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Augmentin bd suspension 457mg?

• Shake the bottle well before each use to mix the suspension evenly.
• Give the dose using the measuring syringe or cup provided with the pack.
• Typical pediatric dose is 25 mg per kg to 45 mg per kg per day of the amoxicillin component, divided into two doses 12 hours apart.
• Give with the first bite of a meal to reduce stomach upset.
• Complete the full course as prescribed even if symptoms improve early.
• Do not double the dose if a dose is missed. Give the next dose at the usual time.

Drug Interactions

• Methotrexate: Amoxicillin can raise methotrexate levels and increase toxicity risk.
• Allopurinol: Combined use raises the chance of skin rash.
• Oral Contraceptives: May reduce the reliability of birth control pills in older patients using this medicine.
• Warfarin: Can increase bleeding risk by altering blood clotting time.
• Probenecid: Slows removal of amoxicillin from the body and raises its blood levels.

Risks and warnings

• Allergy Risk: Do not give to children with a known allergy to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Liver Function: Use with caution in children with a history of liver problems linked to amoxicillin clavulanic acid.
• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment may be needed in children with reduced kidney function.
• Mononucleosis: Avoid use if glandular fever is suspected, as it can trigger a widespread skin rash.
• Diarrhea Risk: Report severe or bloody diarrhea to a doctor immediately, as it may indicate a serious bowel infection.

Augmentin BD Suspension 457mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Nausea and vomiting
• Stomach pain or bloating
• Skin rash or itching
• Loss of appetite
• Oral thrush or diaper rash from yeast overgrowth
• Headache
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling or difficulty breathing (rare)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes indicating liver problems (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store the unopened bottle below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
• Refrigerate the suspension after it has been reconstituted by the pharmacist.
• Discard any unused suspension after 7 days from the date of mixing.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children.
• Avoid freezing the reconstituted suspension.