AUGMENTIN 375MG

Generic Brand	Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid
Medication For	Bacterial Infections
Manufacturer	GlaxoSmithKline Pharma Ltd
Dosage	250mg + 125mg
Packaging	10 tablet in 1 strip
Delivery Time	10 to 17 working days

Augmentin 375mg

Augmentin 375mg contains an active ingredient, amoxicillin (250 mg) clavulanic acid (125 mg), which is used to treat many bacterial infections. Buy Augmentin 375mg is available at all pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores and can only be administered by prescription.

What is Augmentin 375mg?

Augmentin 375mg belongs to a family of antibiotics called penicillin. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (bronchiolitis, pneumonia), the genital and urinary tracts (stretched glands), the skin, and the soft tissues and ears (otitis media). Nose, sinus, and pharynx (tonsillitis, sinusitis); Heart (endocarditis), kidney, urethra or bladder, blood (sepsis), teeth and gums (abscess), typhoid and paratyphoid fever.

Increase 375mg used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (bronchitis, pneumonia), urinary tract, ears, nose, sinuses and throat, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, and to enhance the action of certain antibiotics to prevent infection.

Which USA Brand is Equivalent to Augmentin 375mg?

Augmentin

Who is the Manufacturer of Augmentin 375mg?

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (India) is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Augmentin 375mg.

How to take Augmentin 375mg?

Augmentin 375mg is best taken with food to reduce the risk of indigestion. It should be taken regularly according to the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Take it at the same time, every day and you will never forget it.

The dosage will depend on the subject of treatment, but you should always take the entire course of this antibiotic as directed by your doctor. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking it until you are done. If you stop taking, it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may recur or worsen.

How does Augmentin 375mg work?

Augmentin 375 mg is an antibiotic that contains amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, two active ingredients. Amoxicillin kills bacteria by attacking its cell wall. It basically prevents the synthesis of a substance called peptidoglycan that provides the strength needed for bacteria to survive.

Clavulanic acid blocks the enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate the antibiotic.

Use of Augmentin 375mg

Ear infections (otitis media)

This drug is used to treat middle ear infections caused by bacteria.

Nasal infection (sinusitis)

This medicine is used to treat nose and nasal infections caused by bacteria.

Sore throat infection (tonsillitis/pharyngitis)

This drug is used to treat respiratory infections caused by bacteria that lead to the throat and lungs, namely tonsillitis and pharyngitis.

Skin and soft tissue infections

This drug is used to treat infections of the skin and skin structures caused by bacteria.

Urinary tract infection

This drug is used to treat bladder infections (cystitis) and kidney infections (pyelonephritis).

Side Effects

• Tooth discoloration
• Nausea or vomiting
• Altered sense of taste
• Convulsions
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Black or tarry stools
• Muscle or joint pain
• Sleeplessness
• Irregular heartbeat
• Painful intercourse
• Swelling
• Allergic Skin Reaction
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Joint pain
• Skin yellowing
• Easy bruising and bleeding

What are the Dosage Instructions?

Missed dose

• Taking antibiotics only once can make the treatment less effective, so, it’s best not to miss them.
• If you forget your medication doses, take them as soon as you remember them.
• When it’s time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your normal dosage schedule.
• Do not take twice to make up for the interval.

Overdose

• High doses of Augmentin 375mg Tablet can cause severe kidney damage and seizures.
• Symptoms of overdose include upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, and fluid retention.
• If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, see your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital.

What Are the Common Drug Interactions?

• Oral Anticoagulants
• Methotrexate
• Probenecid
• Mycophenolate Mofetil

Warnings and Precautions

Warning for special population

Pregnant

This drug should be used by pregnant women only when the need is clear and the benefits outweigh the risks. Talk to a doctor before using this medicine.

Breastfeeding

This drug should only be used by a breastfeeding woman if the need is clearly identified. Talk to a doctor before using this medicine.

General warning

Allergic reaction

This drug can cause moderate to severe allergic reactions and is very likely to be present in patients allergic to antibiotics. If you experience such a reaction, call your doctor.

Drug resistance

The use of this drug should be avoided without sufficient evidence or without doubt of a bacterial infection.

Liver disease

Augmentin 375 mg should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. It is advisable to regularly monitor your liver enzyme levels with this medicine and even after stopping treatment with this medicine.

Diarrhea

The use of this medicine may cause diarrhea. It may be a minor episode that does not require special treatment, or it may be a severe case of Clostridium difficile-related colitis or diarrhea (DACD).

mononucleosis

This medicine is not for people with mononucleosis. This medicine can cause rashes and bumps on the skin when a person has mononucleosis.