Augmentin tablet is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections. It is primarily used to treat lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) such as pneumonia and bronchitis.

Augmentin is used to treat:

  • Respiratory Tract Infections
  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Ear Infections
  • Sinus infection (Sinusitis)
  • Dental Infections
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Off-label Uses of Augmentin Tablet

  1. Augmentin is used for overdose with opioids and Surgical Prophylaxis. It is also used as myeloablative therapy followed by Bone Marrow Transplantation.
  2. Additionally, Augmentin may be used off-label to treat conditions such as Helicobacter pylori infection or Lyme disease if deemed necessary by a physician.
What is Augmentin Tablet Used For?

What is Augmentin?

Augmentin is one of the leading brands of Co-Amoxiclav, manufactured and marketed by GlaxoSmithKline.

Augmentin Alternatives : Other Similar Brands

Following are some alternative brands of Augmentin and their manufacturers.

  • Amclav : Getz Pharmaceuticals Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Amoxiclav : Novartis Pharma (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Calamox : Bosch Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Co-Amoxi : Macter International (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Fortecin : Searle Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Rite : Werrick Pharmaceuticals.
  • Termibex : Highnoon Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Ultrex : Wilshire Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Zamovlav : Zafa Pharmaceutical Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.
  • Lavomox : Bloom Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd.

Augmentin : Available Formulations and Strengths

Presently, Augmentin is available in Tablet, Injection, Drops, and Syrup Forms.

Augmentin Tablets : 375mg, 625mg, and 1g strengths

Augmentin Syrup : 156.25mg, 312.5mg, and 457mg/5ml strengths

Augmentin Injection : 1.2g and 600mg strengths

Augmentin Drops : 62.5mg strength

Who Should Not Use Augmentin?

Augmentin should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to any component of the drug itself or any penicillin antibiotics.

Additional contraindications include individuals with liver or kidney problems; those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders; those taking other medications that interact with Augmentin; pregnant women; infants under 6 months old.

What is the Recommended Daily Dosage of Augmentin?

The adult dose of Augmentin is One tablet of 375mg or 625mg thrice equally divided over 24 hours.

Children’s dosage is 6mg/kg orally, and 6mg/kg IM or IV after 6 hours, or as per the recommendation of the Doctor.

How Augmentin Works?

The active ingredients in Augmentin are clavulanic acid combined with Amoxycillin which works together to inhibit bacterial growth by preventing bacteria from forming their cell walls which results in them dying off naturally over time.

Clavulanic acid works specifically against beta-lactamase enzymes which protect bacteria from being killed by typical antibiotics like Amoxycillin alone thus making it more effective than using either component alone at treating bacterial infections caused by resistant strains of bacteria that produce these enzymes.

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