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Augmentin, Augmentin ES-600, Augmentin XR, |Augmentin

Augmentin

Generic Name: amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium (am OX ih sil in KLAV yoo la nayt po TASS ee um)
Brand Names: Augmentin, Augmentin ES-600, Augmentin XR

What is amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called penicillins. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium fights bacteria in the body.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, bronchitis, urinary tract infections, and infections of the skin.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

If you switch from one tablet form to another (regular, chewable, or extended-release tablet), take only the new tablet form and strength prescribed for you. The strength of clavulanate potassium is not the same among the different tablet forms, even though the amount of amoxicillin may be the same as in the tablet you were using before. This medicine may not be as effective or could be harmful if you do not use the exact tablet form your doctor has prescribed.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can make birth control pills less effective. Use a second non-hormone method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

Before taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, tell your doctor if you have:

• liver disease (or a history of hepatitis or jaundice);
• kidney disease; or

• mononucleosis.

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

Some forms of this medication contain as much as 7 mg of phenylalanine per dose. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or otherwise need to restrict your intake of phenylalanine.

How should I take amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger or smaller amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

The Augmentin tablet should be swallowed whole.

The Augmentin Chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing. Do not swallow a chewable tablet whole.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium should be taken at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed. It is important to take amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium regularly to get the most benefit.

This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of an amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, skin rash, drowsiness, or hyperactivity.

What should I avoid while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium side effects

Keep taking the medication and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:

• mild diarrhea, gas, stomach pain;

• nausea or vomiting;

• headache;

• skin rash or itching;

• white patches in your mouth or throat; or

• vaginal yeast infection (itching or discharge).

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?

Before taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• allopurinol (Zyloprim);

• probenecid (Benemid); or

• another antibiotic (for the same or for a different infection).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can make birth control pills less effective. Use a second non-hormone method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is available with a prescription under the brand name Augmentin. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Augmentin chewable 125 mg--round, yellow, lemon-lime-flavored tablets

• Augmentin chewable 200 mg--round, pink, cherry-banana-flavored tablets

• Augmentin chewable 250 mg--round, mottled-yellow, lemon-lime-flavored tablets

• Augmentin chewable 400 mg--round, mottled-pink, cherry-banana-flavored tablets

• Augmentin 250 mg--oval, white, film-coated tablets

• Augmentin 500 mg--oval, white, film-coated tablets

• Augmentin 875 mg--capsule-shaped, white, scored tablets

• Augmentin suspension 125 mg per 5 mL (1 teaspoon)--banana-flavored liquid

• Augmentin suspension 200 mg per 5 mL (1 teaspoon)-- orange-raspberry-flavored liquid

• Augmentin suspension 250 mg per 5 mL (1 tsp)--orange-flavored liquid

• Augmentin suspension 400 mg per 5 mL (1 teaspoon)-- orange-raspberry-flavored liquid

• Augmentin ES-600 suspension 600 mg per 5 mL (1 teaspoon)-orange-raspberry-flavored suspension

• Augmentin XR 1000mg-oval, white, film-coated tablets

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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