Hibiotic 625 mg 16 tablets
Amoun Pharmaceutical Co.S.A.E
Amoun Pharmaceutical Co.S.A.E
Composition
Each film-coated tablet contains
Amoxicillin trihydrate, equivalent to 500 mg amoxicillin.
Potassium clavulanate, equivalent to 125 mg clavulanic acid.
Excipients
Magnesium stearate, Sodium starch glycolate type A, Colloidal anhydrous silica, Microcrystalline cellulose. Film coat: Titanium dioxide (E171), Hypromellose, Macrogol 4000/6000, Dimeticone.
Description
HIBIOTIC is a broad-spectrum antibiotic containing amoxicillin (a penicillin) and clavulanic acid, which protects amoxicillin from β-lactamase enzymes.
It acts by killing bacteria responsible for various infections in adults and children.
Indications
HIBIOTIC is used for the treatment of
- Middle ear and sinus infections
- Respiratory tract infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections including dental infections
- Bone and joint infections.
Dosage and Method of Administration
Follow your doctor’s instructions exactly.
Adults and children weighing ≥40 kg
- 1 tablet (625 mg) three times daily
- Take with a meal
- Tablets may be broken along the score line, but both halves must be taken at the same time.
Children <40 kg
- Preferably use oral suspension.
Kidney or liver impairment
- Dose adjustment may be required.
General rules
- Space doses evenly, at least 4 hours apart
- Do not take 2 doses within 1 hour
- Do not exceed 2 weeks of treatment unless advised.
Contraindications
Do not take HIBIOTIC if
- You are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillins
- You have had a severe reaction to another antibiotic
- You previously developed liver dysfunction or jaundice while taking amoxicillin/clavulanate.
Precautions
Tell your doctor before taking HIBIOTIC if you
- Have glandular fever
- Have liver or kidney problems
- Have difficulty urinating
- Monitor for severe reactions: allergy, convulsions, colitis.
Side Effects
Very common
- Diarrhoea (adults).
Common
- Thrush (candida)
- Nausea, vomiting
- Diarrhoea (children).
Uncommon
- Rash, itching, hives
- Dizziness, headache
- Indigestion
- Raised liver enzymes.
Rare
- Erythema multiforme
- Low platelets or white cells.
Frequency not known
- Serious allergic reactions
- Colitis
- Aseptic meningitis
- Severe skin reactions (SJS, TEN, DRESS, SDRIFE)
- Hepatitis, jaundice
- Interstitial nephritis
- Bleeding time increased
- Hyperactivity, convulsions
- Black hairy tongue
- Haemolytic anaemia
- Crystals in urine → acute kidney injury.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Use only if clearly needed and after consulting a doctor.
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C.
Keep out of children's reach.
Packaging
A carton pack of 1 strip 16 tablets and leaflet.