Description
Uses
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Main use: Treats bacterial infections
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Effective for infections of the lungs, throat, sinuses, ear, urinary tract, skin, teeth
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Amoxycillin kills bacteria
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Clavulanic Acid boosts amoxycillin’s effect against resistant bacteria
Dosage
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Commonly one tablet 2–3 times daily, as prescribed
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Take after food to avoid stomach upset
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Complete full course even if you feel better
How to Use
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Swallow tablet with water
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Take at evenly spaced intervals
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Do not skip doses to prevent resistance
Precautions
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Avoid if allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics
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Inform doctor if kidney or liver issues
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Tell doctor if taking: allopurinol, anticoagulants (warfarin), methotrexate
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May cause diarrhea—avoid taking anti-diarrheal without advice
Side Effects
Common:
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Diarrhea
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Stomach pain
Less common:
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Skin rash
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Yeast infection
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Liver enzyme changes (rare)
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