Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid (Augmentin) is a penicillin antibiotic, which works by killing or stopping bacterial growth.
How to Use Augmentin
Swallow whole with a glass of water, at teh beginning of your meal. Take exactly as directed.
Augmentin Side Effects
Dark yellow or brown urine
Fever
Chills
Headache
Increased thirst
Pain or difficulty passing urine
Skin rashes
Swollen joints
Severe diarrhea
Unusual bleeding/bruising/tiredness
Yellowing of the eyes or skin
Stomach pain or cramps
Seizures (convulsions)
Difficulty breathing
Vaginal itching & discharge
If you notice any of the symptoms listed above contact your health care professional immediately or any other symptoms which may seem persistent or severe.
Augmentin Interaction
Methotrexate
Birth control pills
Probenecid
Neomycin
Allopurinol
Inform your health care professional if you are allergic to penicillin or any other medication, and any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
Augmentin Overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Augmentin Notes
Inform your health care professional if you have any of these conditions :
Leukemia
Asthama
Breast Feeding
Phenylketonuria
Viral Infection
Liver/Kidney Diseases
or any other condition that you may be having.
Augmentin Missed Dose
Do not double dose to make up for a missed one. Take exactly as directed.
Augmentin Uses
This medicine is used in treating many different types of infections, including infections of the ear, skin, kidneys, respiratory tract, UTIs.
Augmentin Other Uses
Ask your health care professional for more information.
Augmentin Storage
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F) away from heat and moisture.
Augmentin Precaution
This medication affects the blood sugar results in the urine. Inform your doctor if you are diabetic.
Do not treat yourself with OTC medication if you suffer from severe diarrhea or skin rash. Contact your doctor for advice.