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Amoxicillin

Generic Name
Amoxicillin
Brand Names
Amoxil, Augmentin, Clavulin, Moxatag, Omeclamox, Prevpac, Talicia, Voquezna 14 Day Dualpak 20;500, Voquezna 14 Day Triplepak 20;500;500
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C16H19N3O5S
CAS Number
26787-78-0
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9EM05410Q9

Overview

Amoxicillin, or BRL-2333, is a penicillin G derivative first described in the literature in 1972. Amoxicillin has similar activity to penicillin and ampicillin, but leads to higher serum concentrations than ampicillin. Amoxicillin was granted FDA approval on 18 January 1974.

Background

Amoxicillin, or BRL-2333, is a penicillin G derivative first described in the literature in 1972. Amoxicillin has similar activity to penicillin and ampicillin, but leads to higher serum concentrations than ampicillin. Amoxicillin was granted FDA approval on 18 January 1974.

Indication

Amoxicillin alone is indicated to treat susceptible bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, genitourinary tract, skin, skin structure, and lower respiratory tract. Amoxicillin is given with calvulanic acid to treat acute bacterial sinusitis, community acquired pneumonia, lower respiratory tract infections, acute bacterial otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, and urinary tract infections. Amoxicillin is given with omeprazole in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection. Amoxicillin is used in combination with vonoprazan and clarithromycin as co-packaged triple therapy or in combination with vonoprazan as co-packaged dual therapy to treat H. pylori infection in adults.

Associated Conditions

  • Acute Bacterial Sinusitis (ABS)
  • Acute Otitis Media (AOM)
  • Bacterial Infections
  • Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
  • Duodenal ulcer caused by helicobacter pylori
  • Genitourinary tract infection
  • Helicobacter Pylori Infection
  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)
  • Peptic Ulcer With H. Pylori Infection
  • Sinusitis
  • Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Bacterial Infections
  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Acute, uncomplicated Gonorrhea
  • Ear, nose, and throat infections

FDA Approved Products

Amoxicillin
Manufacturer:NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:250 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2022/01/14
NDC:68071-2320
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
Manufacturer:Denton Pharma, Inc. DBA Northwind Pharmaceuticals
Route:ORAL
Strength:500 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2021/11/29
NDC:70934-053
AMOXICILLIN
Manufacturer:USAntibiotics, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:250 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/12/21
NDC:81964-225
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
Manufacturer:Proficient Rx LP
Route:ORAL
Strength:875 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2022/11/01
NDC:71205-712
Amoxicillin
Manufacturer:Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:125 mg in 5 mL
Approved: 2024/02/09
NDC:68788-9949

Singapore Approved Products

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