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What is Augmentin/Amoxicillin Clavulanate ?Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] is a particular penicillin antibiotic which particularly used to treat any kind of bacterial infection in the body. Clavulanate potassium is a form of clavulanic acid which is comparable to the penicillin drugs by composition. This particular component of the Augmentin Amoxicillin Clavulanate drug helps in fighting bacteria that may be habitually resistant to penicillin and antibiotics of the similar kind. Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] is particularly used for infection control for treatment of various kinds of infection caused by bacteria. Some of the common infections treated by Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] are pneumonia sinusitis bronchitis ear infections and infections in the urinary tract and skin infections as well. . |
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Uses of Augmentin (Generic)Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] is particularly used for infection control for treatment of various kinds of infection caused by bacteria. Some of the common infections treated by Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] are pneumonia sinusitis bronchitis ear infections and infections in the urinary tract and skin infections as well. |
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How to use Augmentin (Generic)?Patients should take Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] absolutely in the way prescribed by the Doctor. Avoid taking the drug in larger amounts or for an extended period of time beyond recommendation. For effective infection control it is the best to follow the directions as stated in the prescription by the Doctor. In case there is a switch from one tablet form in to another for example from regular to chewable from extended to release tablet an individual should always take only the new tablet form of Augmentin or Amoxicillin as prescribed by the Doctor. |
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Side effects of Augmentin (Generic)In case a patient is suffering from weak infection immunity and using Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] can comes across any of the following bodily signs he or she is supposed to inform the doctor as soon as possible. Some of the serious side effects of Amoxicillin clavulanate potassium are as follows • Diarrhea watery with traces of blood • Pale or yellowed skin • Dark colored urine • Fever • Confusion or weakness • Easy bruising or bleeding • Skin rash • Bruising • Severe tingling • Numbness • Pain • Muscle weakness • Agitation • Confusion • Unusual thoughts or behavior • Seizure convulsions • Nausea • Stomach pain • Low fever • Loss of appetite • Dark urine • Clay-colored stool • Jaundice yellowing of the skin or eyes • Fever • Sore throat • Headache • Severe blistering • Peeling • Red skin rash |
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Augmentin (Generic) InteractionWhile using Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] there is a high chance of diarrhea infection. So in case you have such a tendency it is better to avoid the use of Augmentin or stop taking it. Also remember not to use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has asked you to do so. Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] has a tendency to react when taken with drugs like allopurinol Zyloprim probenecid Benemid or some other antibiotic. |
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What happens if I 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. |
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StorageStore Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Store the liquid form of this medicine in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused liquid after 10 days. |
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Precaution of Augmentin (Generic)?Avoid the use of Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] if you tend to be allergic to clavulanate potassium or amoxicillin. Also do not use this drug if you have a history of liver infection. In situations of allergic possibilities from any kind of penicillin antibiotic you should never use Augmentin. Till now no research or study has revealed that Augmentin [Amoxicillin Clavulanate] is harmful during pregnancy or can have an adverse effect on the unborn baby. There is no report of infections during pregnancy. But then if the doctor prescribes you with this drug then you should inform the doctor about your pregnancy or your plan to be pregnant that year beforehand to avoid any kinds of unknown infections during pregnancy. This is primarily because Augmentin may reduce the effect of birth control pills. |
