Calamox DS suspension 312.5mg

About Calamox DS suspension 312.5mg

Calamox DS Suspension Uses

• Treats middle ear infections in children
• Clears bacterial throat and tonsil infections
• Used for chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia
• Treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Manages skin and soft tissue infections
• Used for sinus infections
• Helps clear certain dental infections

Calamox DS Suspension Benefits

• Combines two ingredients to fight bacteria that resist plain amoxicillin
• Pleasant tasting suspension suited for children
• Broad coverage against common childhood infections
• Widely prescribed and trusted across Pakistani hospitals and clinics

What Experts Say

Pediatricians in Pakistan frequently prescribe Calamox DS when a child's infection is not responding to plain amoxicillin alone. The added Clavulanic Acid blocks bacterial enzymes that would otherwise destroy the antibiotic, so the medicine reaches more resistant germs and clears stubborn infections more reliably than a single ingredient product.

Doctors usually advise giving this suspension with food to reduce stomach upset and to shake the bottle well before every dose so the medicine is evenly mixed. Completing the full course, even after symptoms improve within a couple of days, is stressed strongly to prevent antibiotic resistance from developing.

Health experts also caution parents to watch for diarrhea, rash, or unusual fussiness, and to seek medical help immediately if a child develops swelling of the face or difficulty breathing, which can signal a serious allergic reaction requiring urgent care.

Drug Class

• Penicillin Antibiotic with Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor

Calamox DS suspension 312.5mg formula

• Amoxicillin
• Clavulanic Acid

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Calamox DS suspension 312.5mg?

• Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose
• Give Calamox DS suspension with food to reduce stomach upset
• Use the measuring spoon or oral syringe provided, not a kitchen spoon
• Give doses at evenly spaced times as advised by the doctor
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Store the reconstituted suspension in the refrigerator and discard after the labeled period

Drug Interactions

• Methotrexate: Increases methotrexate levels in the blood, raising the risk of toxicity
• Oral contraceptives: May reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills
• Allopurinol: Combined use raises the chance of skin rash
• Probenecid: Can raise amoxicillin levels in the blood

Risks and warnings

• Allergic reaction: Can cause rash, swelling, or in rare cases a severe reaction in children allergic to penicillin
• Liver effects: Rarely may affect liver function, particularly with prolonged use
• Diarrhea: Common due to disruption of normal gut bacteria
• Antibiotic resistance: Incomplete courses can contribute to bacteria becoming resistant to treatment

Calamox DS Suspension Side Effects

• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach discomfort
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Oral thrush or vaginal yeast infection with prolonged use

Storage Conditions

• Store the unmixed powder at room temperature, below 25°C
• Refrigerate the suspension after mixing with water and use within the period stated on the label
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from moisture
• Keep out of reach of children.