ECFS

Co-Amoxiclav

C

MEDICATION TYPE

Antibiotic

INDICATIONS

Treatment of community acquired upper and lower respiratory tract infections. Treatment of pulmonary infections including due to bacteria such as Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus and Moraxella catarrhalis.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Allopurinol
Increased risk of rash.

Methotrexate
Reduced excretion of methotrexate.

Probenecid
Reduces excretion of penicillins.

NOTES

Higher CF doses sometimes used; counsel re cholestatic risk.

Unverified — pending review

MEDICAL WARNING

Co-Amoxiclav should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.