Amodis Suspension - (200mg/5ml)

Presentation:

• Amodis is available as a 200 mg/5 ml suspension.    
• It is available in 60 ml bottles.    

Indications:

• Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria.    
• Treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, pelvic abscess, pelvic cellulitis, and post-operative wound infections caused by anaerobes.    
• Urogenital trichomoniasis.    
• Bacterial vaginosis.    
• All forms of amoebiasis.
• Giardiasis.
• Acute ulcerative gingivitis.    
• Anaerobically infected leg ulcers and pressure sores.    
• Acute dental infections due to anaerobic organisms.    
• Antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis.    

Dosage & Administration:

• The dosage varies depending on the condition being treated and the age of the patient.
• Specific dosages for adults and children are provided for various conditions, including Trichomoniasis, Intestinal amoebiasis, Giardiasis, Acute ulcerative gingivitis, Bacterial Vaginosis, and Anaerobic infections (refer to a physician's prescription for exact details).    
• IV Infusion:
  • Adults and children over 12 years: Infuse 500 mg every 8 hours at a rate of 5 ml/minute. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 4 g.   
  • Children under 12 years: 7.5 mg/kg body weight every 8 hours at a rate of 5 ml/minute.

Side Effects:

• Metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, and rashes may occur during treatment.    

Precautions:

• Exercise caution when administering Amodis to patients with hepatic encephalopathy.
• Patients should be informed that Amodis may darken urine.    

Storage:

• Store below 30°C, protected from light.    
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date.

Important Note: Amodis should only be taken as prescribed by a registered physician.