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Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

AMOXYCILLIN-500MG + CLAVULANIC ACID-125MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections in the body that affect the skin, soft tissues, lungs, ears, urinary tract, and nasal sinuses. It should be mentioned that viral infections like the flu and the common cold are not treated by this medication.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet consists of Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. This medicine works by destroying the outer protein layer, thereby killing the bacteria (bactericidal action). As a result, it helps treat infection and reduce the further spread of infection. Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.

Not everyone who is taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet will get these side effects. The common side effects of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhoea. Everyone may not experience the above side effects. In case of any discomfort, speak with a doctor.

You can take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet with food to avoid any stomach upset. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, crush, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take your medicine based on your medical condition. It is always important to complete your treatment course for better results.

Before starting Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic) or any other components. Do not take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet on your own as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breadfeeding before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet .

Uses of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is used to treat Bacterial Infections. The detailed uses of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet are as follows:
•Bacterial Infections: Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet helps treat bacterial illnesses, including pneumonia and bronchitis. The composition of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet improves efficacy against resistant microorganisms.
•Sinusitis: Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet treats bacterial sinus infections by lowering inflammation and cleaning them.
•Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria and provides broad-spectrum protection.
•Skin and Soft Tissue Infection: Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is also prescribed for treating skin and soft tissue infections, such as cellulitis and bite wounds, by its antibacterial effects to speed up the healing process.
•Otitis Media: Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet helps to treat middle ear infections.
•Pneumonia: Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is also involved in treating pneumonia by efficiently fighting against the microorganisms that cause the condition.

Directions for Use

• Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet can be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. • It is usually taken every 8-12 hours or as prescribed by your doctor. • Swallow Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that covers a very wide range of bacterial infections.
  • Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet has Clavulanic acid, which protects amoxycillin from getting destroyed by the bacterial enzyme, thus increasing its efficacy.
  • Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet helps overcome antibiotic resistance in bacteria that is caused by the enzyme beta-lactamase.
  • Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is an effective medicine used in multiple infections like ear infections (acute otitis media), bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections, etc.

How Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet Works

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet consists of two medicines: Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin acts by destroying the outer protein layer, thereby killing the bacteria (bactericidal action). Clavulanic acid inhibits the enzyme beta-lactamase, which prevents bacteria from destroying the efficacy of amoxycillin. As a result, the action of Clavulanic acid allows Amoxycillin to work better and kill the bacteria. Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet

Take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, drowsiness, skin rash, hyperactivity, and decreased urination. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet if you have an allergy to Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , penicillin or cephalosporin class of antibiotics. Also, after taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , if you have an allergic symptom, including rash, swelling of the face/lips/throat, difficulty breathing, or chest tightness, immediately contact your doctor. People with liver diseases or jaundice (yellowing of skin/eye) should not take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , as it can severely affect the liver. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart disease before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet .

Consult your doctor before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. The dose of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Store Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet at room temperature. You are advised not to chew, crush or break the medicine. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Please do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as it can cause undesirable effects. It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date. If you experience any chest pain, call your doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinBCG vaccine
Severe
AmoxicillinDoxycycline
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet:
Co-administration of BCG vaccine with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may reduce the effect of BCG vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are about to receive BCG vaccine, inform the doctor that you are taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinDoxycycline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet:
Co-administration of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet with doxycycline may reduce the therapeutic effect of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet and Doxycycline, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinZalcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet:
Co-administration of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet and Zalcitabine can be decreased when combined with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Zalcitabine and Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinMethotrexate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet can increase the levels and side effects of methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, chills, fever, sore throat, body pains. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet:
Co-administration of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet and Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the activity of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days, talk to your doctor before receiving cholera vaccine, live. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking a full course of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet in order to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
  • Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet as they can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet in fighting off infections.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- INFECTIVES

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet as it may worsen the side effects like dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet . Your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

This medication passes into breast milk. If you are a nursing mother, consult your doctor before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet . Your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may cause dizziness in some people, so it may affect your ability to drive. Avoid driving or operating machines until you are alert after taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet to be taken with caution if you have a history of liver conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor. Your child's doctor will decide the dosage of this medicine depending on the weight and the severity of the infection.

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FAQs

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is used to prevent middle ear and sinus infections, throat or lung respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, soft tissue infections, dental infections, and joint and bone infections.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Thus it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of amoxycillin against the bacteria. Together, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is known to cause stomach upset, indigestion, nausea, and diarrhea. To avoid these side effects, please take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet with a meal. Also, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet should be taken at evenly spaced intervals to avoid any unpleasant side effects and for best results.

Generally, the penicillin group of antibiotics is not advised to be taken with methotrexate, which is used for conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. They may cause unpleasant side effects when taken together. However, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is relatively safer to take with methotrexate, but only if prescribed by the doctor. It is best to discuss with your doctor about using the two medicines together, who may weigh the pros and cons and decide what is best for you.

Usually, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet does not cause jaundice. But sometimes, it can cause jaundice in elderly people who have been taking the medication for a prolonged time. Please consult your doctor immediately if you notice any yellowing of the skin/eyes.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet does not treat a viral infection like the flu or a common cold. It is best to consult the doctor to know if you need Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet for your condition.

Yes, after taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , you may have diarrhea. So, drink plenty of fluids and take probiotics to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration). Do not take anti-diarrhea medicine on your own; consult your doctor if the condition worsens.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is not known to reduce the efficacy of birth control pills and emergency contraceptive pills. However, if you develop diarrhea or vomiting due to Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet , you are recommended to use other contraceptive methods such as condoms along with contraceptives to avoid unwanted pregnancies. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet and your birth control pills.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may show its effect 1.5 hours after taking the medicine. However, clinical improvement may be noticed after 48 hours.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet should be taken for the duration prescribed by the doctor based on your condition. Usually, it is taken every 8-12 hours.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet contains amoxicillin and clavulanic acid used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, sinus, respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, soft tissue, dental, joints and bones.

Yes, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet should not be used if you are allergic to any of its components or if you had jaundice or liver problems when taking an antibiotic.

Do not exceed the recommended dose of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet as it might cause stomach upset or convulsions. Take Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet only as advised by the doctor.

Store Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet at room temperature (below 25°C). Keep it out of sight and reach of children. To help protect the environment, avoid throwing away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist regarding the disposal of medicines.

To treat your infection effectively, continue taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet for the prescribed duration even if your symptoms are relieved.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may cause an allergic reaction like skin rash, vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels), angioedema (swelling), and difficulty breathing. Consult the doctor if you experience these symptoms.

No, Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet does not cause drowsiness. Sometimes, it might cause dizziness as an uncommon side effect. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water. Take the medicine with a meal.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet .

The common side effects of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet include vomiting, nausea, and diarrhoea. In case of any discomfort, speak with a doctor.

Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor. It should not be taken by people who are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine, ever had a severe allergic reaction (skin rash or swelling of the face or throat) to any other antibiotic or liver problems/jaundice (yellowing of the skin) when taking an antibiotic.

Let the doctor know if you are taking gout medicine (allopurinol, probenecid), blood thinners (warfarin), anticancer, or anti-arthritis drugs (methotrexate), and drugs to prevent organ transplant (mycophenolate mofetil).

Seek immediate medical attention if you have overdosed on Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet . Taking too much of Augmentin 625 Duo Tablet may cause upset stomach (nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea) or convulsions.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

24-25 Floor, One Horizon Center Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5 Gurgaon 122002, India.
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