Gumentin Syrup (7:1) [Amoxicillin. Clavulanate Potassium (7:1)]

Adult dose

For recurrent tonsillitis and other upper respiratory infections, lower respiratory infections, urinary infections, and mild to moderate skin and soft tissue infections, the usual dosage is amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium administered at 25 mg/3.6 mg per kg of body weight divided into 2 doses daily. For severe infections such as otitis media, sinusitis, lower respiratory infections like bronchopneumonia, and urinary infections, the usual dosage is amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium administered at 45 mg/6.4 mg per kg of body weight divided into 2 doses daily.

Child dose

Not suitable for children under 2 months, and also unsuitable for pediatric patients with renal impairment.

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame and should not be used by patients with phenylketonuria. The amount of aspartame in this medication should be limited to below the WHO recommended amount, and for an adult of 60kg, the maximum daily dosage should not exceed 2.4g. It should not be used in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to this medication's components or beta-lactam antibiotics, in patients with infectious mononucleosis or lymphocytic leukemia, or in patients with liver dysfunction or a history of jaundice. Additionally, since it contains lactose, patients with lactose intolerance or galactose metabolism disorder should not take this medication. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function should use this medication cautiously, and those with allergies, elderly patients, or patients with gastrointestinal diseases need to be careful. During treatment, unusual symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, or difficulty breathing may occur, so if any of these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. This medication has been reported to cause various side effects including liver dysfunction, blood disorders, kidney dysfunction, and central nervous system abnormalities, so regular check-ups may be necessary. Interactions may occur when combined with anticoagulants or other medications, so if you are taking other drugs, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use this medication with caution, and especially during the first three months of pregnancy, it is recommended to avoid its use. Premature infants, newborns, and the elderly are at a higher risk for side effects when this medication is administered, so careful observation is necessary. While taking this medication, it can affect some clinical test results such as urinalysis or liver function tests, so you should inform medical staff of the medication use prior to tests. In case of overdose, symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, rash, kidney failure, or seizures may appear, so appropriate medical treatment should be sought immediately. This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and should be used within 7 days after preparation. It is important to shake well before use.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest discomfort, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, high fever accompanied by severe rashes, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and very severe symptoms

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• dyspepsia
• stomatitis
• gastritis
• glossitis
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain
• abdominal distension

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. The appropriate storage temperature is in a cool place between 1 to 25 degrees.

Appearance

A syrup preparation that is white powder with a peculiar smell, to be dissolved before use.

Package unit

50mL/bottle