Augmentin
(amoxicillin / clavulanate)
Treats bacterial infections.
Our bottom line
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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- Drug class: Infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
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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What to expect from Augmentin, on one page
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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Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) contains two antibiotic medicines, which kill bacteria.
- Drug class: Infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Chewable tablet
- Extended release
- Liquid
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) for Bacterial infection
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- New infection
It can take time for a drug to start working, or for some side effects to go away.
Source: FDA product label and Iodine pharmacistsSide effect rates for Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
- Diarrhea9%9%
- Nausea3%3%
- Skin rash and hives3%3%
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People taking Augmentin felt side effect more
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Manufacturers don’t say how common these side effects are when taking Augmentin for bacterial infection
- New infection
- Allergic reaction
Risks and Warnings for Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
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- › History of penicillin allergy
- › History of multiple allergies
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or other antibiotics. Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) can cause a serious allergic reaction. If you have difficulty breathing, swelling of face and throat, or a serious rash, stop taking Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) immediately and get medical help.
Pharmacist Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this drug for?
This medication treats lower respiratory tract infections.Common concerns from people taking Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Not worth itBig hassleReviewed Augmentinon 12/5/2016I took it with food, but still had a severe stomach pain due to the anitibiotic16WomanInner ear infection
- Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate) may cause liver damage that is usually reversible. Talk to your doctor if you notice abdominal pain, loss of appetite, yellowing of your skin or eyes, or dark-colored urine.
- Worth itSome hassleReviewed Augmentinon 8/9/2016Mouth sores, minor diarrhea issues., but was/is best for nasal infection, sinusitis, Cipro #2, & Bactrim DS #3,52ManInner ear infection