Augmentin 375 Tablet (Amoxycillin 250mg / Clavulanic Acid 125mg)
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
|---|---|
| DOSAGE FORM | Tablets |
| EQUIVALENT BRAND | Augmentin |
| GENERIC NAME | Amoxicillin / Clavulanic Acid |
| INDICATION | Bacterial infections |
| MANUFACTURER | Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| PACKAGING | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| COMPOSITION | Amoxicillin (250mg) + Potassium Clavulanate (125mg) |
| PACK SIZE | 50 Tablet/s, 100 Tablet/s, 200 Tablet/s, 300 Tablet/s |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Augmentin 375 Tablet is a penicillin-type of antibiotic that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold.
Augmentin 375 Tablet is best taken with a meal to reduce the chance of a stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or will not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know about all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.
USES OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
BENEFITS OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Augmentin 375 Tablet contains two different medicines, Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.
This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin, teeth, joints, and bones. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
Common side effects of Augmentin
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
HOW TO USE AUGMENTIN TABLET
HOW AUGMENTIN TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Augmentin 375 Tablet may cause side effects such as allergic reactions, dizziness or fits that may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine
Frankie (verified owner) –
“Impressed with how well it handled my bacterial hip infection. Back to my active lifestyle!”