Generic Name - Amoxicillin and clavulanate
Category - Antibiotic, Antibacterial medication
Indications
Bacterial Infections
Generic Augmentin is indicated for the treatment of different types of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infections, urinary tract infections and the infection of skin. Augmentin is also prescribed for the treatment of gonorrhea. Generic Augmentin works by blocking the formation of bacterial cell wall rendering bacteria unable to multiply and spread.
Generic for Augmentin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Augmentin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Augmentin should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment condition
Cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Augmentin. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Eythromycin
Disulfiram
Anticoagulants
Tetracyclines
Oral contraceptives
Gout drugs
Generic for Augmentin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAugmentin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Augmentin for Bacterial infections is one 500-mg tablet of Generic Augmentin every 12 hours or one 250-mg tablet of Generic Augmentin every 8 hours. For more severe infections and infections of the respiratory tract, the dose should be one 875-mg tablet of Generic Augmentin every 12 hours or one 500-mg tablet of Generic Augmentin every 8 hours.
Generic for Augmentin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Augmentin side Effects include difficulty breathing, wheezing, dark yellow or brown urine, dizziness, fever or chills, sore throat, headache,
increased thirst, pain or difficulty passing urine, redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, and seizures (convulsions).
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Augmentin.
Generic for Augmentin and Pregnancy
Studies on animal doesn't indicate any harm to the fetus, however there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before taking Augmentin.
Generic for Augmentin and Breastfeeding
Generic Augmentin passes into human milk and must be avoided while breast feeding.
Generic for Augmentin and Pediatric
Because of incompletely developed renal functions in neonates and young infants, the elimination of Augmentin may be delayed.
Generic for Augmentin and Geriatric
Generic Augmentin doesn't indicate any specific problems in older patients. However, elderly patients are more likely to have an age-related decrease in renal function, which may require an adjustment in dosage in patients receiving Augmentin.
Note
The above information about Generic Augmentin serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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