Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg

About Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg

Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg Uses

• Respiratory tract infections in children such as bronchitis
• Ear infections including acute otitis media
• Throat and sinus infections
• Urinary tract infections in children
• Skin and soft tissue infections

Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg Benefits

• Easy-to-swallow liquid form suited for children
• Double-strength formula means a smaller dose volume
• Clavulanic acid widens coverage against resistant bacteria
• Flavored syrup improves compliance in young patients

What Experts Say

This suspension combines amoxicillin, a penicillin antibiotic that weakens bacterial cell walls, with clavulanic acid, which blocks the beta-lactamase enzyme some bacteria use to resist amoxicillin and break it down before it can act on the infection.

The double-strength formulation delivers more medicine in a smaller liquid volume, which helps children who need higher weight-based doses but cannot comfortably swallow large volumes of syrup at once. This also makes dosing more manageable for parents at home, especially during a busy course of treatment.

Dosing for children is calculated based on body weight, so parents should use the measuring spoon or oral syringe provided with the bottle rather than a household spoon, to avoid under-dosing or over-dosing. The bottle should always be shaken before each dose is measured, and the finished course should be completed in full even once symptoms settle.

Drug Class

• Beta-lactam Antibiotic
• Penicillin Combination with Beta-lactamase Inhibitor

Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg formula

• Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg?

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Measure the dose using the provided oral syringe or spoon
• Give at evenly spaced intervals as directed by your doctor
• Give with food to reduce stomach upset
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early

Drug Interactions

• Methotrexate: Increases methotrexate toxicity risk if co-prescribed.
• Allopurinol: Increases the likelihood of skin rash when combined.
• Warfarin: May alter blood clotting time; monitor if used alongside anticoagulants in older children.
• Other Antibiotics: Concurrent use with bacteriostatic antibiotics may reduce effectiveness.

Risks and warnings

• Allergic Reactions: Avoid in children with known penicillin allergy.
• Diarrhea: Common in children; report severe or bloody diarrhea to a doctor.
• Liver Function: Rare risk of liver enzyme changes with prolonged use.
• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment needed in children with reduced kidney function.
• Storage After Mixing: Reconstituted suspension must be refrigerated and discarded after the labeled period.

Clamoxin DS Suspension 250mg / 62mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea or vomiting
• Skin rash
• Stomach discomfort
• Loss of appetite
• Oral thrush
• Allergic skin reactions

Storage Conditions

• Store the unmixed powder below 25 degrees Celsius in a dry place
• After reconstitution, refrigerate between 2 and 8 degrees Celsius
• Discard any unused suspension after 7 to 10 days of mixing
• Shake well before every use
• Keep out of reach of children