PHINMA UNIVERSITY OF ILOILO

COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

Nursing Department

DRUG STUDY
Drug Name Classification/ Indications Contraindications Side effects/ Adverse Nursing responsibilities
Mechanism of Action Effects
Generic Name: Combination of Infections of URT, LRT, GUT, Hypersensitivity to Diarrhea Obtain patient’s history.
Co-amoxiclav amoxicillin. With clavulanic skin and soft tissue, bone and penicillin, possible cross Vomiting
acid, a B-lactamase joint, septic abortion, sensitivity with other b- Rash - Assess pt for any signs and
inhibitor; results in an peripheral sepsis, intra lactams. Hepatitis symptoms of infection.
Brand Name: antibiotic with an abdominal sepsis. Post Nausea
Augmentin increased spectrum of surgical infections. Thrombocytopenia - Assess for allergic reactions
action and restored Prophylaxis against infections during treatment
efficacy against B- associated with major
lactamase producing surgical procedure. - Monitor for bleeding
Route:
amoxicillin-resistant
oral
bacteria.
Dosage: - Assess bowel pattern and signs
625 mg of dehydration
.
Frequency:
TID

PREPARED BY: ARIANNE NICOLE PINUELA