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Augmentin 375 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Augmentin 375 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Augmentin 375 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Augmentin 375 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Augmentin 375 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Augmentin 375 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Augmentin 375 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Augmentin 375 Tablet related warnings section.
Augmentin 375 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Augmentin 375 Tablet in conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. Other contraindications of Augmentin 375 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Augmentin 375 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Augmentin 375 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Augmentin 375 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Augmentin 375 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Augmentin 375 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Augmentin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Augmentin 375 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Augmentin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Augmentin 375 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Augmentin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Augmentin 375 Tablet on the Liver?
Augmentin 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 Augmentin 375 Tablet on the Heart?
Augmentin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Augmentin 375 Tablet 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 Augmentin 375 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Augmentin 375 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Augmentin 375 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Augmentin 375 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Augmentin 375 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Augmentin 375 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Augmentin 375 Tablet
Taking Augmentin 375 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Augmentin 375 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Augmentin 375 Tablet.
Augmentin is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
Augmentin should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 3 - 7-day course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Augmentin can cause hair loss. It is rare side effects of this drug but its serious complication. If you experience hair loss after taking medicine contact your doctor right away.
Yes, Augmentin can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Augmentin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amoxil (amoxicillin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 657, 658, 702, 712, 721, 722, 723, 762
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 148-150
Prescribing Information [Internet]: AUGMENTIN® (amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium) Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets . GlaxoSmithKline