Augmentin

This generic is prescribed to patients with infections caused by bacteria of a different kind. Augmentin is one of the penicillin antibiotics available on the international pharma market. This medication treats pneumonia together with infections of the urinary tract, skin, ears, etc.

Healthcare specialists also prescribe Augmentin to treat bronchitis and block the introduction of infectious effects negatively in case of bite wounds (especially recommended for patients bitten by wild animals).

Augmentin Pharmaceutical Form

Augmentin antibiotics include two active agents that prevent bacteria growth and provide fast treatment of infections. They are amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. Among inactive components to take into account are:

• Silicon dioxide;

• Magnesium;

• Cellulose;

• Titanium dioxide, etc.

The pharmaceutical form of the generic is oral tablets. Augmentin 875 is sold in the pharma stores as the blister with 10 pills. Each oral tablet contains 125 mg of active agents. These pills are of an oval capsule-like shape of white color.

Augmentin Dosage: How to Take the Antibiotic?

Note that Augmentin 875 is prescribed for more severe infections. If the patient has mild infectious forms of the disease, it is recommended to start the medication course with the lower consistency of active agents.

For example, for children and people with the risk of being infected after the animal’s bite, doctors prescribe Augmentin 500 or 250. But most ear, skin, and urinary tract infections require treatment with 875/125 mg tablets.

The average dosage for adult patients is one pill every 12 hours (2 capsules per day). Usually, the medication therapy lasts about 5-7 days. In some cases, the doctor can prolong the treatment up to 7-10 days. It is forbidden to increase the daily dose of Augmentin 875 if you do not want to face dangerous symptoms and health issues.

Augmentin Side Effects & Overdose

Note that Augmentin antibiotics stay in the organism for about 10-12 hours. That is why taking this medication more than 2 times a day is dangerous for your health. It leads to overdosing and increased risk of various side effects like:

• Fever;

• Loss of appetite;

• Sore throat;

• Pale skin;

• Burning eyes;

• Swelling skin;

• Dark urine, etc.

There is a range of side effects that take place at the very beginning of the treatment course and come to an end in 1-3 days. For example, most patients complain about nausea and diarrhea during the first several days of taking this medication. Healthcare specialists recommend paying attention to sufficient hydration and a healthy diet to deal with these Augmentin side effects.

The most dangerous symptoms that require you to contact your doctor immediately are swelling tongue and throat together with troubled breathing. Note that skin blisters and itching can also take place at the beginning of the therapy. If these symptoms disturb you for more than 1-3 days, inform your healthcare specialist.

Other Recommendations to Take into Account

It is not recommended to use other antibiotics during the treatment with Augmentin tablets. Usually, these pills bring a fast effect. And you can turn to the habitual life in a week after the course. But during the medication therapy don’t use alcohol, medical supplements intolerant with Augmentin active agents, and drugs.

The optimal time to take capsules is morning and evening. To decrease the side effects like nausea and diarrhea, eat healthy food and avoid treats with a high cholesterol level. Physical loads are not forbidden if the patient feels well and fit.