Generic name: amoxicillin and clavulanate (oral route) [ a-mox-i-SIL-in, KLAV-ue-la-nate-poe-TAS-ee-um ]
Drug class:Beta-lactamase inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 28, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Amoclan
- Augmentin
- Augmentin ES-600
- Augmentin XR
In Canada
- Alti-Amoxi Clav
- Apo-Amoxi Clav
- Novo-Clavamoxin 125
- Novo-Clavamoxin 250
- Ratio-Amoxi Clav 250f
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet, Chewable
- Tablet
- Powder for Suspension
- Tablet, Extended Release
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Pharmacologic Class: Penicillin, Aminopenicillin
Uses for Alti-Amoxi Clav
Amoxicillin and clavulanate combination is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate combination is an antibiotic that belongs to the group of medicines known as penicillins and beta-lactamase inhibitors. It works by killing the bacteria and preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Alti-Amoxi Clav
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of amoxicillin and clavulanate chewable tablets and oral suspension in children.
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