Generic name: Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Augmentin ES-600?
Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic. Clavulanate potassium helps prevent certain bacteria from becoming resistant to amoxicillin.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is a combination medicine used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, bronchitis, urinary tract infections, and infections of the skin.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to it, or if:
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm, cervical cap, or contraceptive sponge) to prevent pregnancy.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
- you have severe kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
- you have had liver problems or jaundice while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium; or
- you are allergic to any penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotic, such as Amoxil, Ceftin, Cefzil, Moxatag, Omnicef, and others.
- liver disease (hepatitis or jaundice);
- kidney disease; or
- mononucleosis.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
The or may contain phenylalanine. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). liquidchewable tablet
How should I use Augmentin ES-600
Use Augmentin ES-600 (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take the medicine every 12 hours.
You must chew the before you swallow it. chewable tablet
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may work best if you take it at the start of a meal.
Do not crush or chew the . Swallow the pill whole, or break the pill in half and take both halves one at a time. Tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing a whole or half pill. extended-release tablet
Shake the (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). oral suspension
Store the at room temperature away from moisture and heat. tablets
Store the in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused liquid after 10 days. liquid
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Augmentin ES-600 side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). signs of an allergic reactionor a severe skin reaction
Stop using amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium and seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include skin rash, fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose);
- pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
- loss of appetite, upper stomach pain;
- little or no urination; or
- easy bruising or bleeding.
- nausea, vomiting; diarrhea;
- rash, itching;
- vaginal itching or discharge; or
- diaper rash.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Augmentin ES-600?
Avoid taking this medicine together with or just after eating a high-fat meal. This will make it harder for your body to absorb the medication.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.