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Augmentin, Augmentin ES-600, Augmentin XR
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• Take all of the Augmentin that has been prescribed for you even if youbegin to feel better generic name of augmentin. Symptoms may begin to improve before the infection iscompletely treated generic name of augmentin.
• Chew the chewable tablets before swallowing generic name of augmentin. Do not swallow them whole generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills generic name of augmentin. Usea second method of birth control while taking Augmentin to ensure protectionfrom unintended pregnancy generic name of augmentin.
What is Augmentin?
• Augmentin is an antibiotic in the class of drugs called penicillins generic name of augmentin. Augmentin fights bacteria in the body generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections,such as sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, bronchitis, urinary tract infections,and infections of the skin generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide generic name of augmentin.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Augmentin?
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to another penicillin or toa cephalosporin, do not take Augmentin without first talking to your doctor generic name of augmentin.
• Before taking Augmentin, tell your doctor if you have
· liver disease;
· kidney disease; or
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• You may not be able to take Augmentin, or you may require a dosage adjustmentor special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listedabove generic name of augmentin.
• The Augmentin 200 mg chewable tablets contain 2.1 mg phenylalanine; the400 mg chewable tablets contain 4.2 mg phenylalanine; and 5 mL (1 teaspoon)of either the 200 mg/5 mL or 400 mg/5 mL oral suspensions contain 7 mg phenylalanine generic name of augmentin. The Augmentin ES-600 suspension contains 7 mg phenylalanine per teaspoon generic name of augmentin. Individualswith phenylketonuria may need to monitor their intake of this additive generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin is in the FDA pregnancy category B generic name of augmentin. This means that it is notexpected to be harmful to an unborn baby generic name of augmentin. Do not, however, take this medicationwithout first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnantduring treatment generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin passes into breast milk generic name of augmentin. Rarely, Augmentin may cause a yeastinfection, diarrhea, or allergic reaction in a nursing infant, although no seriousharm is expected generic name of augmentin. Do not take this medication without first talking to yourdoctor if you are breast-feeding a baby generic name of augmentin.
How should I take Augmentin?
• Take Augmentin exactly as directed by your doctor generic name of augmentin. If you do not understandthese instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them toyou generic name of augmentin.
• Take only the medication that has been prescribed for you generic name of augmentin. Differentformulations and/or strengths of Augmentin are not equivalent to one anotherand should not be used as substitutes generic name of augmentin.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin should be taken with a meal or snack to reduce stomach upset generic name of augmentin.
• Chew the chewable tablets before swallowing generic name of augmentin. Do not swallow them whole generic name of augmentin.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the Augmentin XR tablets generic name of augmentin. Swallow them whole generic name of augmentin. They are specially formulated to release the medication slowly in the body generic name of augmentin.
• Shake the liquid form of Augmentin well before measuring a dose generic name of augmentin. To ensurethat you get a correct dose, measure the suspension with a dose-measuring spoon,dropper, or cup, not a regular table spoon generic name of augmentin. If you do not have a dose-measuringdevice, ask your pharmacist where you can get one generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin should be taken at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed generic name of augmentin.
• Take all of the Augmentin that has been prescribed for you even if youbegin to feel better generic name of augmentin. Symptoms may start to improve before the infection iscompletely treated generic name of augmentin.
• Store the tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat generic name of augmentin.
• Store the suspension in the refrigerator generic name of augmentin. Throw away any unused liquidafter 10 days generic name of augmentin.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember generic name of augmentin. However, if it is almosttime for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularlyscheduled dose generic name of augmentin. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwisedirected by your doctor generic name of augmentin.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention generic name of augmentin.
• Symptoms of an Augmentin overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain,rash, drowsiness, hyperactivity, and kidney problems generic name of augmentin.
What should I avoid while taking Augmentin?
• There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity during treatmentwith Augmentin unless otherwise directed by your doctor generic name of augmentin.
What are the possible side effects of Augmentin?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingAugmentin and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of the throat; hives;swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; rash; or fainting); or
· diarrhea that is severe or lasts longer than 3 days generic name of augmentin.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur generic name of augmentin. Continueto take Augmentin and talk to your doctor if you experience
· mild diarrhea;
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· white patches in the mouth (thrush/yeast infection); or
· vaginal yeast infection or diaper rash generic name of augmentin.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur generic name of augmentin. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome generic name of augmentin.
What other drugs will affect Augmentin?
• Before taking Augmentin, tell your doctor if you are taking any of thefollowing drugs:
· allopurinol (Zyloprim);
· probenecid (Benemid); or
· another antibiotic (for the same or for a different infection) generic name of augmentin.
• You may not be able to take Augmentin, or you may require a dosage adjustmentor special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicineslisted above generic name of augmentin.
• Augmentin may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills generic name of augmentin. Usea second method of birth control while taking Augmentin to ensure protectionfrom unintended pregnancy generic name of augmentin.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Augmentin generic name of augmentin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines, including herbal products generic name of augmentin.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about Augmentin written forhealth professionals that you may read generic name of augmentin.
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