Augmentin - 375mg

Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

US Brand equivalent to Augmentin

There are many drugs equivalent to augmentin available in the US market. Some of them are as follows:

• Bilmox-CV

• Blumox-CA

• Cadmentin

• Caloxyy-CV

• Canetax-CV

What is the Generic name of Augmentin?

Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid is the generic form of augmentin.

About Augmentin (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin is globally marketed by GSK, India and this drug is available at all the online leading pharmacies, drug stores, medical stores and hospitals. The active ingredient is Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid. It is used in treatment and prevention of:

• Bacterial infections

• Tonsillitis

• Sinusitis

• Pneumonia

• Ear infections

• Bronchitis

• Urinary tract infections

Manufacturer of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin is commercially produced by GSK, India and this drug is available at all the online leading pharmacies, drug stores, medical stores and hospitals. It is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in India.

Strength of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin contains the active ingredient Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid. It should be noted that this drug is available in various strengths. One should use the strength as directed by the physician. It is available in strengths of 250mg, 500mg, 650mg, 1000mg.

Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid) is used in the treatment of

Augmentin is used in the treatment and prevention of:

• Bacterial infections

• Tonsillitis

• Sinusitis

• Pneumonia

• Ear infections

• Bronchitis

• Urinary tract infections

How Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid) works?

Augmentin mainly consists of Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic belonging to penicillin group. It is a bactericidal drug that is it inhibits the multiplication of the bacteria by interfering in its cell wall. Clavulanic acid helps in the action of amoxicillin in case of resistant bacteria. Thereby it is used in infections caused by bacteria.

Before you use Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

You should be sure that

·          you are not allergic to it or any penicillin.

·          it is not interfering with other medications.

·         It is not affecting the mother and the baby during pregnancy and lactation.

·         You are not suffering from severe kidney or liver disease

What should be avoided while using Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

• Avoid food rich in Vitamin C

• Avoid High fibre foods

• Avoid alcohol.

When not to use Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

You should avoid using augmentin in

• Allergy

• If you are pregnant.

• Liver disease

• Kidney disease

• Mononucleosis

Tell your doctor if

• You are allergic to augmentin

• You are taking any other medication for any other disease or disorder.

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• You have medical history especially of kidney problems, liver problems.

Dosage Of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin is available in various strengths and as different doses. One should use the strength and dose as directed by the physician. Dose depends on age and severity of infection

How Much of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid) should be taken?

For adults- the usual dose is 500mg every 12 hours. It is taken 1 hour before meals. In case of severe infections, one can take an 875mg tablet every 12 hours.

For kids- 30-40mg/kg/day is usually given in divided doses every 12 hours.

How To take Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

• One should wash and dry his/her hands properly before taking this medicine.

• One should take this medicine as long as directed by the physician.

• It must be taken at the starting of meals.

• It must be taken at an exact same time every day.

For how long should I continue using Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)?

Take this medication regularly. One should continue taking it even if he/she feels well. This medication should be taken exactly as prescribed by the physician. One should not increase the dose or stop this medication without consulting a physician. One should continue the medication as directed by the physician. One should not skip doses as it may increase the chances of infection that is resistant to antibiotics.

Overdose Of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Overdose can cause symptoms as follows:

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Stomach pain

• Skin rash

• Diarrhoea

• Drowsiness

• Decreased urination

In such cases take the patient to the nearby hospital.

Missed Dose Of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

If one misses a dose, he/she should take it as soon as they remember.If they miss it, they should take the next dose. Do not double the dose. Do not take multiple doses at a time.

Side Effects Of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin may lead to the following side effects:

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Abdominal pain

• Loss of appetite

• Jaundice

• Easy bruising and bleeding

• Little urine outcome

• Severe skin rash.

In any of the side effects, consult a doctor as soon as possible.

Common Drug Interactions are shown by Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Some drugs may interfere with the mechanism of action of a drug or may increase the side effects or interfere with the absorption of the drug. Thus altering the net result. Some of the drugs that interact with Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid are as follows:

• Allopurinol

• Probenecid

• Warfarin

• Methotrexate

• Chloroquine

• Omeprazole

Warning and precautions For Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

• Take the drug as and when directed by the physician.

• Do not alter the course or stop the drug without consulting the doctor.

• Tell medical history properly to the doctor

• Check the expiry date.

• Avoid this drug in liver and kidney patients.

• Make sure that you are not pregnant and breastfeeding

Things to remember

• Always tell your doctor medical history properly

• Always check the expiry date

• Avoid long-term use

• Avoid the drug in liver and kidney patients

• Avoid the drug use in pregnant and breastfeeding women

Indications and usage for Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin is used in the treatment and prevention of:

• Bacterial infections

• Tonsillitis

• Sinusitis

• Pneumonia

• Ear infections

• Bronchitis

• Urinary tract infections

Dosage And Administration of Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

Augmentin 375mg is available in the form of tablets. It must be taken at the start of meals to avoid GIT irritation.

Recommended dose For Augmentin 375mg (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Acid)

The dose depends on body weight and severity of the disease. Consult a doctor regarding the drug dose to be taken.

• For Adults- The usual dose is 500mg every 12 hours. It is taken 1 hour before meals. In case of severe Infections, one can take an 875mg tablet every 12 hours.

• For Kids- 30-40mg/kg/day is usually given in divided doses every 12 hours.