Augmentin 375 Tablet

This is a combination medication which has Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients. As a penicillin antibiotic, this medication treats bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing. It is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract.

Common side effects may include stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, headache, vaginal itching or discharge or swollen or black tongue.

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Some forms of this medicine may be taken with or without food. Dosage is as per doctor’s prescription and it varies according to age, medical condition and how severe the condition is.

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Nose Bleed

• Throat Infection

• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

• Skin Infection

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

• Dental Abscess

• Allergy

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Convulsions

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Hepatitis (Viral Infection Of Liver)

• Urticaria

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours after onset of action.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. But the evidence is inadequate and it should be used only when necessary after consulting a doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is safe to use during breastfeeding. Any incidence of rashes on skin or diarrhea in the infant should be reported. It is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Augmentin 375 Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Wocklav 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• CLAVITUF 375MG TABLET

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• MOXIKIND-CV 375 TABLET

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Moxiforce Cv 375 Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Bestomax -375 Tablet

  BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

• Megamox Cv 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• Ampoxin Cv 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Flemiclav 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

  FDC Ltd

• Fightox 250Mg/125Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• Clamchek 250 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

  Indoco Remedies Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  One should contact the doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

This medication is a Penicillin antibiotic and inhibits the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result, the bacterium is not able to build cell walls and is killed

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Urine Sugar Test

  Usage of this medication should be reported prior to perform the test. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in such cases.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Doxycycline

  Usage of this medication with Doxycycline should be avoided and usage of other antibiotics should be reported to the doctor.

  Methotrexate

  Usage of this medication with Methotrexate or other chemotherapy medicines should be reported to the doctor. The levels of Methotrexate in the body along with symptoms of toxicity should be closely monitored while both these medicines are taken.

  Warfarin

  Usage of this medication with Warfarin should be reported to the doctor. The clotting time should be monitored promptly. Symptoms like increased bleeding, swelling, dizziness and weakness should be reported immediately.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  Usage of this medication with Ethinyl Estradiol decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills, which might result in unplanned pregnancies.

• Interaction with Disease

  Mononucleosis

  The condition should be reported to the doctor before taking this medication so that proper substitute can be prescribed.

  Colitis

  This medication should be discontinued if severe diarrhea occurs. Patients having a history of Colitis should be monitored closely.

  Renal Diseases

  This medication should be given after making adjustments in the dosage. The kidney function should be periodically monitored especially if the dosage is for a longer period of time. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made if a patient is on hemodialysis.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Augmentin 375 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid as active elements present. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. It performs its action by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is important for the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase constrictor which decreases resistance and improves the activity of Amoxicillin against bacteria.

• Ques : What are the uses of Augmentin 375 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as ear infection, otitis media, sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, skin infection, and urinary tract infection.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Augmentin 375 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of this medication which are allergic skin reaction, diarrhea, fever, joint pain, skin yellowing, easy bruising and bleeding, heavy menstrual bleeding, tooth discoloration, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Augmentin 375 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.