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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial Infections. It contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid, which work by killing infection-causing bacteria. This medicine may cause side effects like pain and swelling at the injection site. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.

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Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, bone, soft tissue, joints, urinary tract, and respiratory tract.

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Clavulanic acid decreases bacterial resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria. Together, Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

In some cases, Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause side effects, such as pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection are as follows:

  • Bacterial Infections: Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is commonly used to treat bacterial infections, particularly those resistant to other antibiotics.
  • Respiratory Infections: Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection can effectively treat respiratory infections like pneumonia and bronchitis caused by bacteria.
  • Skin Infections: Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection treats skin and soft tissue infections like cellulitis and abscesses caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Urinary Tract Infections: Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection can treat complicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Post-Surgical Infections: Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may be administered to prevent or treat infections arising from surgical procedures, especially in cases where the risk of infection is high.

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Directions for Use

  • Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is administered by a healthcare professional through an intravenous (IV) injection or infusion in a hospital or clinical setting. The healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dosage and administration rate.
  • Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is effective against bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, bone, soft tissue, joints, urinary tract, and respiratory tract.
  • It works against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, covering a wide variety of infection-causing organisms.
  • Amoxicillin inhibits bacterial cell wall formation, leading to bacterial death and stopping the spread of infection.
  • Clavulanic acid blocks the beta-lactamase enzyme, protecting amoxicillin from bacterial resistance and ensuring effective treatment.
  • Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection reduces infection severity and promotes quicker recovery.
  • By overcoming resistant bacteria, it lowers the risk of infection coming back.

How Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection Works

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Clavulanic acid decreases bacterial resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria. Together, Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection

As Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is a parenteral formulation administered by experienced medical staff, the chance of overdose may be less. However, if you think there has been an overdose or if you are experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of the contents or have jaundice.
  • Inform your doctor if you have glandular fever, inflammation of the intestine, fits, liver/kidney problems or if you are unable to pass urine regularly.
  • Consult your doctor before taking Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection to prevent unpleasant side effects.
  • Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection:
Co-administration of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection and Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the activity of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection 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.
How does the drug interact with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection:
Co-administration of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection with doxycycline may reduce the therapeutic effect of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection 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 Peadatric 600 mg Injection:
Co-administration of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection and Zalcitabine can be decreased when combined with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Zalcitabine and Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection:
Co-administration of BCG vaccine with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection 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 Peadatric 600 mg Injection. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection can increase the levels and side effects of methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection, 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.

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

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection to restore some healthy intestinal bacteria 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 and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet. Fibre can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains, like whole-grain bread and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid overeating calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection in fighting off infections.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Caution

Limit or avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may pass into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving this injection.

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Driving

Caution

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause dizziness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection.

FAQs

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections.

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. Amoxycillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Clavulanic acid decreases bacterial resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria. Together, Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause stomach upset, indigestion, nausea and diarrhoea. Please consult your doctor if any of the side effects are bothersome.

Generally, the penicillin group of antibiotics are not advised to be taken with methotrexate, which is used for conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc., as they may cause some unpleasant side effects when taken together. It is best to discuss with your doctor the use of the two medicines together; the doctor may weigh the pros and cons and decide what is best for you.

Augmentin Peadatric 600 mg Injection may cause diarrhoea. So, take probiotics and drink plenty of fluids to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration). Do not take anti-diarrhoea medicine on your own; consult your doctor if the condition worsens.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Stiefel India Ltd., 401& 402, A Wing, IV Floor, Floral Deck Plaza, Opp. Rolta Bhavan, Central MIDC Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400093
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