What Is Augmentin Used To Treat

I had malaria three weeks ago and I have treated it but am still not feeling fine as I am still coughing. Can I use Augmentin to treat the cough? The cough does not bring out phlegm but it's disturbing. ## Hello, Gee! How are you? Augmentin will not do anything to treat a cough. It is an antibiotic that is only effective at treating bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Have you consulted your doctor? They should be able to direct you to something you can safely take. ## My mother has had a dry cough after taking augmentin for one week for throat congestion. She was taking three 625mg tablets per day.

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Can I use this med to treat a chest infection. I was probably given these for that reason to start with, but just making sure, as I can't get a appointment for 2 weeks and want it gone by then. Suffering with these infections a lot so I no it's def a chest infection ## This is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections as deemed appropriate by your doctor. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have diverticulitis. I am afraid of all the side effects of augmentin. After 3 days of liquid diet my pain persists. How many days should I be on 875? Extremely fearful of all the side effects listed. ## Hello, Charlie! How are you? Side effects are just possibilities, not everyone experiences them, some don't experience any of them. The FDA lists the typical ones for antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea…. which are pretty mild in comparison to an infection that could rage out of control and kill you. How long has your doctor instructed you to take it? You should complete the full course of treatment, as prescribed. ## Can my 12yr. Old daughter take augmentin875-125 mg tablets for strep throat

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Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, also known as co-amoxiclav or amox-clav or clamoxin, is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections.[3] It is a combination consisting of amoxicillin, a β-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a β-lactamase inhibitor.[3] It is specifically used for otitis media, streptococcal pharyngitis, pneumonia, cellulitis, urinary tract infections, and animal bites.[3] It...

Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, also known as co-amoxiclav or amox-clav or clamoxin, is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections.[3] It is a combination consisting of amoxicillin, a β-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a β-lactamase inhibitor.[3] It is specifically used for otitis media, streptococcal pharyngitis, pneumonia, cellulitis, urinary tract infections, and animal bites.[3] It...

Will augmentin clear up a venereal disease? ## It depends on which STI is being treated. It may help with some, but not all, especially since it is an antibiotic that only helps treat bacterial infections. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Has it been prescribed for you?

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What is this drug indicated for? ## Augmentin is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Has this medication been prescribed for you?

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Amoxicillin + Clavulanic Acid

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, also known as co-amoxiclav or amox-clav or clamoxin, is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections.[3] It is a combination consisting of amoxicillin, a β-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a β-lactamase inhibitor.[3] It is specifically used for otitis media, streptococcal pharyngitis, pneumonia, cellulitis, urinary tract infections, and animal bites.[3] It...

What are the uses of Augmentin 625mg tablets? ## This medication is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent various types of bacterial infections. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Has this medication been prescribed for you? Are you on any other medications?

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I was on 1g Augmentin a day for over ten years. Now they say that was too long and that I have Crohns. Could my symptoms come from too much Augmentin for too long? What can I do? Gastroenterologist stopped the prescription but has no ideas other than treating it as Crohns. I'm not getting better after two years of Pentasa for Crohns. ## Hello, Calvin! How are you? I'm sorry about the problems you're having. Crohn's isn't known to be caused by medications, so it's doubtful that the Augmentin would have caused it and not everyone responds to the available medications, such as Pentasa. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Pentasa as possibly including diarrhea, gas, nausea and back pain. So, it could be helping and just causing side effects that are similar to ...

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I have been prescribed augmentin to treat an infection. It seems to be working well as the symptoms of the infection have subsided, however it is causing severe diarrhea. Will this continue for the whole course and should I go back to my doctor and request a different antibiotic? ## Augmentin contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid and diarrhea is a normal side effect of it and almost all antibiotics. There is really no way to say whether or not it will continue for the whole course of treatment, medications can affect everyone differently and some people do experience the whole time and some don't. You may also experience nausea, dizziness and a non-allergic skin rash. Learn more: And since it is a common side effect of most antibiotics, switching isn't very likely to help. Ar...

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I took this medication for 2 days and stopped it, I had broken out with a very red rash on my leg, and didn't get any new meds for my cold, is there a problem stopping . ## This is a generic for Augmentin, it is an antibiotic and it will not do anything to treat a cold, since colds are caused by viruses and antibiotics are not effective against them. You can learn more Augmentin details here. And that rash could be the sign of an allergic reaction to this medication. You should consult your doctor to be certain, because it may be something that you have to avoid taking in the future. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Last year I suffered a major toxicity to Tylenol and cannot take that drug. Last week I was prescribed augmentin 825. After six days on it, I am having so many symptoms that are similar to Tylenol toxicity. Are there any-active or nonmedicinal-ingredients common to both drugs? ## Hi Curious! If you are having the same symptoms as you did with the Tylenol, you really need to call your doctor right away. ## P.s. Augmentin is used to treat bacterial infections and I couldn't find that it contains Tylenol. Are you taking it with food? I would still call the doctor. ## @Curious, According to the US National Library of Medicine, liver toxicity (although infrequent), can occur in individuals taking Augmentin. Ref: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9380177 Because the Acetaminophen in Tylenol also ex...

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I have 2 teeth that are ready to come out; my front tooth and upper last tooth. My question is, is it too late or should I wait till they fall out before I take these pills (Augmentin)? ## Hello, Tony! How old are you? If you're an adult, your teeth should not be falling out. And regardless, this medication is an antibiotic that only helps treat bacterial infections and you should only take it, if your doctor has instructed you to do so. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea.

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a person in my vicinity once was prescribed augmentin, which helped very good and fast. Now this person believes Augmentin can do everything. For example in case of a moskito bite she applies augmentin externally, crashing a tablet to powder. I consider this absolute nonsense, but cannot convince. Pleas advice if this use is any good -or even might be dangerous. thanks ## This is an antibiotic, so it is only effective at treating bacterial infections. Thus, you are correct, it will not do anything to help with something such as a mosquito bite. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Additionally, the overuse of it could result in a person developing antibiotic resistant bacteria, which could lead to...

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BEFORE STARTING ONE OF MY KIDS WHO IS 13 YRS OLD ON AMOXICLAV K 875-125MG AUGMENTIN TWICE DAILY, MY CONCERN IS BECAUSE IT IS THE SAME DOSAGE THE DOCTOR GIVES MY 19 YR OLD AND WITH MY 13 YR OLD IT HAS USUALLY BEEN 500MG AUGMENTIN ONCE DAILY!! NOW THE DOCTOR WANTS MY 13 YR OLD ON THE SAME DOSAGE AS MY 19 YR OLD USUALLY TAKES WHEN SICK!! DOES DOSAGE CHANGE WITH AGE AND IS THIS A SAFE DOSE FOR MY 13 YR OLD TO BE TAKING??!! ## Augmentin is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections and the dosage for this class of medications isn't figured by age or body mass, it is actually figured by the type and severity of the infection being treated. As long as it is used as directed by the doctor, he should be fine, but a higher dose may cause him to experience more side effects, such ...

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If Augmentin is scored, is it possible to split the pill in two? I am not trying to save on costs. ## Augmentin contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, it is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections and yes, it is not time released, so the pills may be cut, or broken, if needed. You can do so, with any tablet that is not time released, unless your doctor, or pharmacist, has specifically instructed you not to do so. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hello, I am currently taking Augmentin in the formulation 850/125. My doctor is thinking of changing the dosage a bit so that the ratio of amoxicillin and clavunalic acid is different. The pill that I am taking is a white ov...

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My son was prescribed this antibiotic by his doctor... I just wanted to know what type of illness would one have in order to take amoxtr kclv 875-125? ## AMOX TR-K CLV 875/125 mg Tasan I'm taking the above - I have sores on my lips - would this be caused from this drug? ## Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid is a generic for Augmentin, this is an antibiotic, commonly used to treat various types of infections. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Charles, that is not listed as a normal side effect, however, have you tried consulting with your doctor or pharmacist? ## This anti-biotic kills the bacterial infection caused in either nose, ears or throat.

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Can anyone tell me if this medicine will work for an infected tooth until I can get the money for a root canal since I have no dental insurance? ## Can anyone tell me if this medicine will work for an infected tooth until i can get the money for a root canal since i have no dental insurance? ## I believe you can because I was prescribed this exact medicine 2 days ago for a wisdom tooth infection. This is generally prescribed to treat bacterial infections. ## This is a broad spectrum antibiotic used to treat many types of infections. I don't recommend self-treatment and self-diagnosing because of the danger of building up antibiotic resistance. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and skin rash. Are you certain it is a tooth infection? ## If you ...

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I have bad chest infection and sinus so my Gp prescribed me augmentin 625mg but my phamist gave me clavamel forte 500mg. Just wondering was it a mistake or is this equivalent to augmentin? Should I change meds or contact my doctor? ## HI, Khan! How are you? Sorry about the confusion. They are the same medication, it's just a different name brand for it. However, they both contain Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, which is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Clavamel Forte details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you very much for ur help

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