Augmentin Duo 375mg Tablet

Composition

Amoxycillin (500mg) + Clavulanic Acid (125mg)

Uses of Augmentin Duo 375mg Tablet

Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as acute bacterial sinusitis, otitis media, tonsillitis/pharyngitis, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, dental infections

• •Broad-spectrum coverage including beta-lactamase producing bacteria
• •Effective in respiratory tract infections
• •Useful in skin/soft tissue and dental infections
• •Treats susceptible urinary tract infections
• •Helps reduce treatment failure compared to amoxicillin alone

How it works

Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial death. Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that protects amoxicillin from degradation by beta-lactamase producing bacteria, thereby extending its spectrum.

Directions for use

Tablet (oral). Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor, usually at the start of a meal/with food to reduce stomach upset. Swallow with water; complete the full course even if you feel better. Do not skip doses.

Side effects

Common side effects of Augmentin Duo 375mg Tablet may include:

• •Diarrhoea
• •nausea
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