PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet is an antibiotic that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold.
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet is best taken with a meal to reduce the chance of a stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen.
The most common side effects of Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or will not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know about all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.
USES OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
BENEFITS OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet contains two different medicines, Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin, teeth, joints, and bones. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AUGMENTIN TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Augmentin
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Mucocutaneous candidiasis
HOW TO USE AUGMENTIN TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW AUGMENTIN TABLET WORKS
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid. Amoxycillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol – SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving – UNSAFE
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet may cause side effects such as allergic reactions, dizziness or fits that may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney – CAUTION
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver – CAUTION
Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Augmentin 625mg Duo Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine
