Augmentin 1g

MEDICAL DESCRIPTION OF AUGMENTIN TABLET:

The Augmentin tablet contains Amoxicillin (1g), and Clavulanic acid (125mg) and is a combination of two antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections in the ear, throat, lungs, nose, skin, tonsils, and urinary tract infections. It produces its action by inhibiting the growth of microbes responsible for infections. 

USE OF AUGMENTIN TABLET (Indication of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid):  

Augmentin  used in the treatment of some of the bacterial infections like acute sinusitis,bone and joint infection,

lower respiratory tract infections(LRTI), pneumonia, and urinary tract infections(UTI). 

AUGMENTIN TABLET BENEFITS:

Bacterial infections:

This infection usually occurs when microbes enter your body and start to multiply which damages the tissue and makes you sick. It is caused by organisms like Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. Symptoms include sweats, fever, chills, diarrhea, headache, and stomach pain.

Otitis media:

It is also called a middle ear infection. It is caused by Streptococcus pneumonia. Symptoms include loss of balance, ear pain, difficulty in sleeping, loss of appetite, and headache. 

Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis:

Both are throat infections that cause soreness and inflammation. It is caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Symptoms include sore throat, fever, headache, joint pain, and inflamed neck in your neck.

Skin and soft tissue infection:

This is a bacterial infection that affects your skin, muscles, and connective tissue. It is caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Symptoms include inflammation, redness, warmth, pain, and draining of yellow or green pus. 

Osteomyelitis:

It is called bone infection. It is caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. Symptoms include tiredness, swelling, warmth, redness, and fever

Pyelonephritis:

Inflammation in the kidney occurs due to bacterial infections. It is caused by Staphylococcus and Enterobacter bacteria. Symptoms include pain while urinating, fever, chills, and lower back pain. 

Urinary tract infections:

Urinary track infection affects urinary system mainly in the parts of kidneys,urinary bladder and urethra.Symptoms include irritation while urinating, tiredness, pain in the penis, wetting the bed, and frequent urination.

Acute sinusitis:

It is a condition where the air-filled cavities around the nasal passages become swollen. Symptoms include congestion, headache, changes in the sense of smell, cough, bad breath, fever, ear pressure, and tiredness.

Bone and joint infections:

It is also referred to as musculoskeletal infection where the infection spreads from skin, muscles to bone. Symptoms include tiredness, fever, swelling, warmth, and joint pain.

Lower respiratory tract infections:

This infection can cause bronchitis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. It is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus, and Staphylococcus aureus. Symptoms include dry cough, fever, headache, difficulty in breathing, chest pain, wheezing, runny nose and sore throat. 

Pneumonia:

Inflection that makes one or both lungs swollen by filling the air. Symptoms include chest pain, confusion, cough, tiredness, shortness of breath, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and sweating.

HOW THE AUGMENTIN TABLET WORKS:

The Augmentin tablet contains Amoxicillin (1g), and Clavulanic acid (125mg) is a combination of two antibiotics. Amoxicillin is a penicillin derivative that produces its action by preventing the bacteria from forming a protective covering which is required for the microbes to survive. 

Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that produces its action by increasing the activity of amoxicillin against the bacteria. 

CONTRAINDICATION OF AUGMENTIN TABLET:

If you are allergic to penicillin, and its combinations, it is advisable not to consume the medicine. It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients with cholestatic jaundice, and liver dysfunctions because it may worsen their condition.

AUGMENTIN TABLET SIDE EFFECT 

Diarrhea

Diaper rash

Nausea

Vomiting

Rash

Loose stool

Anemia

Thrombocytopenia

Stomach discomfort

Inflammation in vagina

FAQ OF AUGMENTIN TABLET

Can the use of a Augmentin tablet cause contraceptive failure?

Yes, using this medicine can reduce the effect of contraceptive pills. For further details get advice from your physician. 

Can the use of a Augmentin tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of this medicine may cause diarrhea because using this medicine can kill both harmful and nonharmful bacteria in your stomach which leads to diarrhea. 

What if I do not get better after using the Augmentin tablet?

Inform your physician if you do not get better while using this medicine. 

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL WARNING OF AUGMENTIN TABLET

ALCOHOL:

While taking this medicine it is safe to consume the alcohol. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY

While taking this medicine it is unsafe to drive or operate the machine. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

PREGNANCY:

It is considered safe to use this medicine during pregnancy it does not produce harmful effects on the fetus, for more details visit the doctor or a nearby hospital for a consultation.

BREASTFEEDING:

It is considered safe to use this medicine during breastfeeding it is not excreted through breast milk, for more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation.

KIDNEY PROBLEM:

This medicine should be administered with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Adjust the dose if needed. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

LIVER PROBLEM:

For the patient with liver problem dosage adjustment is needed and the medicine should give with caution.For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

HOW TO TAKE A AUGMENTIN TABLET:

This gives better results when you take the medicine with food or without, take the tablet fully, and do not chew or crush the tablet. Take the tablets as per the dose prescribed by the doctor. Do not take extra doses and dosage of the medicine, it may lead to undesired and unwanted effects. 

USE OF AUGMENTIN TABLET IN ADULTS:

If the medicine is prescribed by the doctor, then it is advised to consume it as per the doctor’s prescription of dose and dosage, For more details visit the doctor for the consultation.

USE OF AUGMENTIN TABLET IN CHILDREN:

If the medicine is prescribed by the doctor, then it is advised to consume the medicine as per the doctor’s prescription of dose and dosage. For more details visit the doctor for the consultation.

USE OF AUGMENTIN TABLETS ELDERLY PATIENTS:

Augmentin tablets should be used with caution in patients in an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems and worsening the patient’s health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose adjustment is required for the patient based on the medical condition and previous medical history.

OTHER GENERAL WARNINGS:

Using this medicine may cause Antibiotic resistance, diarrhea, liver impairment, serious allergic reactions, and clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea. You need to consult the doctor before consuming the medicine and caution to be taken while taking the medicine

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

The Augmentin tablet contains Amoxicillin (1g), and Clavulanic acid (125mg) and is a combination of two antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections in the ear, throat, lungs, nose, skin, tonsils, and urinary tract infections. It produces its action by inhibiting the growth of microbes responsible for infections. 

Inform the doctor, if you have the following complications earlier,  

If you have a medical history of GI tract disease 

If you have an immunodeficiency disease like HIV/AIDS

If you have allergic conditions like itching and rashes 

If you are planning to become pregnant or currently under the breastfeed 

If you are suffering from diarrhea, stomach pain, etc

DRUG INTERACTION WITH AUGMENTIN TABLET

Interaction with the drugs:

Amoxicillin decreases the effect of BCG vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism 

Amoxicillin and acyclovir either increase the toxicity of others by reducing kidney clearance 

Amoxicillin and aspirin either increase the effect of the other by plasma clearance binding competition 

Amoxicillin decreases the effect of estradiol by changing its intestinal flora

Amiloride decreases the effect of amoxicillin by inhibiting its absorption in the gastrointestinal tract. 

OVERDOSE

Consume the medicine as per the doctor’s advice and prescribed dose and dosage. Do not take any extra dose of medicine. If you have taken the overdose/extra dose of the medicine immediately visit the doctor or nearby hospital for medical consultation.

MISSED DOSE

Consume the medicine as per the doctor’s advice and prescribed dose and dosage.do not miss or forget to take the medicine. Suppose you miss or forget to take the medicine, don’t take the extra dose of the medicine, skip the missed dose, and take the regular dose of medicine. Avoid taking the missed dose or two times of the medicine to compensate for the missed dose. 

Conditions of Storage:

Store the medicine at 30°c at room temperature.

Keep reaching out to children and pets, to avoid the risk of swallowing.

Protect from sunlight and heat 

Quick recall:

The Augmentin tablet contains Amoxicillin (1g), and Clavulanic acid (125mg) and is a combination of two antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections in the ear, throat, lungs, nose, skin, tonsils, and urinary tract infections. 

It produces its action by inhibiting the growth of microbes responsible for infections. 

Withdraw the medicine if you have noticed a rash, difficulty in breathing, inflammation in the face and mouth

Do not discontinue the medicine without completing the full course of treatment 

Avoid consuming spicy food and drink plenty of water 

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