Compare Augmentin vs. Malarone

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.

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Treats bacterial infections.

Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) is first-choice antibiotic for most common types of infections. However, it may not work against more serious or uncommon types of infections.

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3.9/ 5 average rating with 1034 reviewsforAugmentin
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Upsides
  • Available as generic product.
  • Available in tablet, capsule, and liquid forms.
  • Used to treat most common types of bacterial infections.
  • Side effects are generally not too bad compared to other antibiotics.
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Downsides
  • Many bacteria have developed resistance to this antibiotic.
  • Can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
  • Birth control pills may not work as well to prevent pregnancy when taking this medication.
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Used for
  • Malaria
  • Plasmodium falciparum; Prophylaxis Malaria
  • Uncomplicated
  • Plasmodium Falciparum Malaria
  • Uncomplicated
  • Plasmodium Vivax
Dosage forms
  • Pill
  • Chewable tablet
  • Extended release
  • Liquid
  • Pill
Price
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Reviews
1034 reviews so far
68%
saidit'sworth it
52%
saiditworked well
13%
saidit'sa big hassle

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Side effects
3possible side effects
  • Diarrhea
    9%
  • Nausea
    3%
  • Skin rash and hives
    3%
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The Malarone (Atovaquone / Proguanil) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
  • Serious allergic reaction
    • History of penicillin allergy
    • History of multiple allergies
  • Liver damage
    • Existing liver problems
    • Taking other medicines that harm the liver
  • Superinfection
    • Taking Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) for a long time
    • Older age
    • Taking immunosuppressant medicines
  • Rash
    • Mononucleosis
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