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Augmed is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Suspension, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Augmed have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Augmed. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Augmed as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Augmed normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Augmed is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Augmed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Augmed related warnings section.
Augmed is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Augmed contraindications section.
Additionally, Augmed may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Augmed is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Augmed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Augmed safe for pregnant women?
Augmed is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Augmed safe during breastfeeding?
Augmed does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Augmed on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Augmed. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Augmed on the Liver?
Augmed may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Augmed on the Heart?
Augmed has very mild side effects on the heart.
Augmed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Augmed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Augmed habit forming or addictive?
Augmed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Augmed you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Augmed should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Augmed is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Augmed
Taking Augmed with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Augmed
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Augmed and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Augmed works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.
Rarely Augmed causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No, you can not buy Augmed over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Augmed is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Discontinuing Augmed on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
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Prescribing Information [Internet]: AUGMENTIN® (amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium) Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets . GlaxoSmithKline
