Augxetil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Augxetil Information

Augxetil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Augxetil have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Augxetil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Augxetil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Augxetil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Augxetil's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Augxetil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Augxetil related warnings section.

Augxetil is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Augxetil have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Augxetil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Augxetil is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Augxetil Benefits & Uses
Augxetil Dosage & How to Take
Augxetil Side Effects
Augxetil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Augxetil with Other Drugs
Augxetil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Augxetil
Augxetil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Augxetil Benefits & Uses

Augxetil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Throat Infection
Gonorrhea
Ear Infection
Impetigo

Augxetil Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Augxetil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Augxetil is used -

Mild

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Vaginal inflammation

Augxetil Related Warnings

Is the use of Augxetil safe for pregnant women?

Augxetil is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Augxetil safe during breastfeeding?

Augxetil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Augxetil on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Augxetil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Augxetil on the Liver?

Augxetil is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Augxetil on the Heart?

Augxetil is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Augxetil with Other Drugs

Augxetil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Augxetil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Augxetil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Augxetil

Is this Augxetil habit forming or addictive?

Augxetil is not addictive in nature.

Augxetil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Augxetil

When consumed with certain foods, Augxetil may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Augxetil

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Augxetil with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Augxetil

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Augxetil safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Augxetil is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Augxetil cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Augxetil does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Augxetil. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Augxetil?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Augxetil as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Augxetil?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Augxetil is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Augxetil on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Augxetil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.