Nexmoclin Duo Syrup (Amoxicillin-Potassium Clavulanate (7:1))

Adult dose

For mild to moderate infections such as recurrent tonsillitis and other upper respiratory infections, lower respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and skin/soft tissue infections, amoxicillin/potassium clavulanate should be taken in two divided doses of 25mg/3.6mg per kg of body weight per day. For severe infections such as acute otitis media, sinusitis, lower respiratory infections like bronchopneumonia, and severe urinary tract infections, amoxicillin/potassium clavulanate should be taken in two divided doses of 45mg/6.4mg per kg of body weight per day.

Child dose

Not suitable for children under 7 months and not suitable for pediatric patients with renal failure.

This medicine contains the artificial sweetener aspartame and should not be used by patients with phenylketonuria, a genetic disease. The intake of aspartame should be limited to below the WHO recommended amount, and for a 60kg adult, care should be taken not to exceed a maximum of 2.4g per day. Patients who have had allergies to this drug or penicillin antibiotics should not take this medication. It is advisable for patients with viral infections such as infectious mononucleosis or lymphocytic leukemia to avoid using this drug as well. Patients who have had liver dysfunction or jaundice due to this drug or penicillin in the past should not be administered this because of the risk of relapse. This medication contains lactose and cannot be used by patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with weak liver or kidney function should use this drug cautiously; particularly, if kidney function is moderately impaired or worse, the administration interval should be increased. Patients with allergic tendencies or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea or diarrhea should also use this medication with caution. Gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea, vomiting, or abdominal pain may occur when taking this drug; if symptoms are severe, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor. If symptoms of allergy occur such as liver dysfunction, skin rash, urticaria, or difficulty breathing, discontinue administration immediately. This medication can cause resistant bacteria to develop if used for a long time, so it is important to administer it only for the period set by the physician. Severe allergic reactions such as anaphylactic shock may rarely occur, so the patient’s condition should be closely monitored after administration. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should especially avoid using this drug during the first three months of pregnancy, and caution is needed during breastfeeding due to potential side effects in the infant. Elderly individuals may experience side effects more easily due to decreased bodily functions, so the dosage and administration interval should be adjusted carefully. This drug may interact with other medications, so if you are currently taking any medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. In case of overdose, gastrointestinal symptoms or kidney dysfunction may occur; immediate cessation of the drug and appropriate treatment should be sought. After preparation, it should be stored refrigerated and consumed within 7 days for safety.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, vesicles, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain, severe skin reactions, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, difficulty in breathing or breathlessness, liver abnormalities (jaundice), yellowing of the skin or eyes, extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache

Mild side effects

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

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The appropriate storage temperature is in a cool place between 1 and 25 degrees.

Appearance

A whitish powder with a peculiar smell, used as a syrup by dissolving when needed

Package unit

50mL/bottle, 500mL/bottle