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BLUMOX-CA 1.2g Injection

CARBAPENEMS
For The Use Of A Registered Medical Practitioner, A Hospital Or A Laboratory Only.

COMPOSITION
Combipack of vial & ampoule.
Each Vial Contains:
Amoxycillin Sodium IP (sterile) eq. to Amoxycillin	1000 mg
Potassium Clavulanate IP (sterile) eq. to Clavulanic Acid	200 mg

Each ampoule contains:
Sterile Water for Injection IP	20 ml

INDICATIONS
BLUMOX-CA Injection is indicated for the treatment of the following infections when caused by susceptible bacteria in adults and children:
Severe infections of the ear, nose and throat (such as acute otitis media, mastoiditis, peritonsillar infections, epiglottitis, and sinusitis when accompanied by severe systemic signs and symptoms). Acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis. Community acquired pneumonia. Cystitis Pyelonephritis. Skin and soft tissue infections such as cellulitis, animal bites, severe dental abscess with spreading cellulitis. Bone and joint infections such as osteomyelitis. Intra-abdominal infections. Female genital infections. Prophylaxis against infections associated with major surgical procedures in adults.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
For intravenous (IV) use only. Doses are expressed in terms of amoxycillin/clavulanic acid content. Adults and children ≥ 40 kg: Usual recommended dose: 1000 mg/ 200 mg (amoxycillin/clavulanic acid) every 8 hours. Children < 40 kg: Usual recommended dose: Children over 3 months: 25 mg/5 mg per kg every 8 hours Children aged less than 3 months or weighing less than 4 kg: 25 mg/5 mg per kg every 12 hours. Or, as prescribed by the physician.
HOW SUPPLIED
Combipack of 1 glass vial & 1 ampoule of 20 mL SWFI.

Category: ANTI BACTERIALS D.P