PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET:INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Amoxicillin/Clavulanic Acid Tarbis500 mg/125 mg powder for oral suspension in EFG sachets
Read this leaflet carefully before you start taking the medicine.
Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisis an antibiotic that eliminates bacteriathat cause infections. It contains two different medications called amoxicilina and ácido clavulánico. Amoxicilina belongs to a group of medications known as “penicilinas” that sometimes may lose its effectiveness (become inactivated). The other component (ácido clavulánico) prevents this from happening.
Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisis used in adults and children to treat the following infections:
Do not takeAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis
?Do not takeAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisif you fall into any of the above categories. Before starting treatment withAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis, if you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Be especially careful withAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis
Inform your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
•you have infectious mononucleosis
•you are receiving treatment for liver or kidney problems
•you do not urinate regularly.
If you are unsure whether any of the above symptoms affect you, inform your doctor or pharmacist before takingAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis.
In some cases, your doctor may investigate the type of bacteria causing your infection. Depending on the results, they may prescribe a different presentation of Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánicoor another medicine.
Be aware of the following symptoms
Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbismay worsen existing conditions or cause serious side effects. These include allergic reactions, convulsions, and inflammation of the large intestine. Be aware of the following symptoms while taking Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisto reduce the risk of problems. See “Be aware of the following symptoms” in thesection 4.
Blood and urine tests
If you are having blood tests (such as red blood cell studies or liver function tests) or urine tests (to control glucose levels), inform your doctor or nurse that you are takingAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis. This is becauseAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbismay affect the results of these types of tests.
Use ofAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis withother medicines
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using or have recently used other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription and herbal medicines.
If you are taking allopurinol (used for gout) with Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis, you may be more likely to suffer a skin allergic reaction.
If you are taking probenecid (used to treat gout), the concurrent use of probenecid may reduce the excretion of amoxicillin and is not recommended.
If you are taking anticoagulants (such as warfarin) withAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisyou will need more blood tests.
If you are taking methotrexate (a medicine used to treat cancer and severe psoriasis), penicillins may reduce the excretion of methotrexate and cause a potential increase in side effects.
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medicine.
Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbismay have side effects and symptoms may make you unable to drive.
Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are feeling well.
This medicine contains saccharose and glucose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.
Patients with diabetes mellitus should note that this medicine contains 2.3 g of saccharose per sachet.
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medication as indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
Adults and children 40 kg or more
The usual dose is:
Children under 40 kg of weight
Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis 500 mg/125 mg sachets are not recommended.
Patients with kidney and liver problems
•If you have kidney problems, your dose may be changed.Your doctor may choose a different presentation or another medication.
•If you have liver problems, you will have more frequent blood tests to check how your liver is working.
How to takeAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis
•Just before takingAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisopen the sachet and mix the contents in half a glass of water
•Take it at the beginning of meals or a little earlier
• Space the doses throughout the day, at least 4 hours apart. Do not take 2 doses in 1 hour.
•Do not takeAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisfor more than 2 weeks. If you continue to feel unwell, consult your doctor.
If you take moreAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisthan you should
If you take too muchAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis, you may experience symptoms such as stomach discomfort (nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea) or seizures. Consult your doctor as soon as possible. Bring the packaging with you to show it to your doctor.
You can also call the Toxicological Information Service, phone 91 562 04 20 indicating the medication and the amount taken.
If you forget to takeAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take the next dose too soon, wait at least 4 hours before taking the next dose.
If you interrupt the treatment withAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis
Continue takingAmoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbisuntil you complete the treatment, even if you feel better. You need to take the complete treatment to cure the infection. If you do not, the surviving bacteria may cause you to have the infection again.
If you have any other doubts about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, Amoxicilina/Ácido clavulánico Tarbis can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The side effects described below may occur when taking this medicine.
Symptoms to be aware of
Allergic reactions:
Colitis
Colitis, which causes watery diarrhea, usually with blood and mucus, stomach pain, and/or fever.
Very common side effects
May affect more than 1 in 10 patients
Common side effects
May affect up to 1 in 10 patients
Uncommon side effects
May affect 1 in 100 patients
Side effects that may appear in blood tests:
Rare side effects
May affect up to 1 in 1,000 patients
Side effects that may appear in blood tests:
Not known(cannot be estimated from available data)
Acute pancreatitis. If you have severe and persistent pain in the abdominal area, this could be a sign of acute pancreatitis.
Other side effects
Other side effects that have occurred in a very small number of patients and whose exact frequency is unknown:
Side effects that may appear in blood or urine tests:
If you experience side effects
Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
No special storage conditions are required.
Do not use this medicationafter the expiration datethat appears on the packaging after CAD. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
Do not use this medicationif the packets are torn or damaged.
Medications should not be disposed of through drains or in the trash. Dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need at the SIGRE collection pointat the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. By doing so, you will help protect the environment.
Composition ofAmoxicillin/Clavulanic Acid Tarbis500 mg/125 mg powder for oral suspension in sachets
Appearance of the product and contents of the package
White powder.
Packages of 30 and 500 sachets
Holder of the marketing authorization and responsible for manufacturing
Holder:
TARBIS FARMA, S.L.
Gran Vía Carlos III, 94
08028-Barcelona
Responsible for manufacturing:
Laboratorios Reig Jofré, S.A.
Jarama, s/n (Industrial Estate) - 45007 Toledo
This leaflet was approved in January 2023
Medical advice/education
Antibiotics are used for the treatment of bacterial infections. They are not effective against viral infections.
Occasionally, a bacterial infection does not respond to antibiotic treatment. One of the most common reasons for this is that the bacteria causing the infection are resistant to the antibiotic being taken. This means that the bacteria can survive or grow despite the antibiotic.
Bacteria can become resistant to antibiotics for many reasons. Using antibiotics properly can reduce the likelihood of bacteria becoming resistant to them.
When your doctor prescribes an antibiotic, it is only for the course of your illness. Paying attention to the following advice will help prevent the emergence of resistant bacteria that may make the antibiotic ineffective.
1. It is very important to take the antibiotic in the correct dose, at the indicated hours, and for the correct number of days. Read the label instructions and if you do not understand something, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
2. Do not take an antibiotic unless you have been prescribed it specifically for you and use it only for the infection for which you have been prescribed it.
3. Do not take antibiotics that have been prescribed for other people, even if they have the same or a similar infection to yours.
4. Do not give antibiotics that have been prescribed for you to other people.
5. If you still have antibiotics left over after completing treatment, hand in all unused medications to your pharmacy to ensure that the disposal requirements are met.
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Instructions for reconstitution
Empty the contents of the sachet into 10-20 ml of water, shake until a suspension is obtained, and take immediately.
The detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS)http://www.aemps.gob.es/.
Have questions about this medication or your symptoms? Connect with a licensed doctor for guidance and personalized care.