⚕️ Full Prescribing Information
For complete safety information, warnings, and dosage guidelines:
View FDA Label (PDF) →📋 Overview
Augmentin is a combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. It treats bacterial infections that may be resistant to amoxicillin alone.
How It Works
Amoxicillin kills bacteria while clavulanate blocks bacterial enzymes that would otherwise destroy the antibiotic.
✓ FDA Approved Uses
- Bacterial infections
- Sinusitis
- Bronchitis
- Ear infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin infections
⚡ Common Side Effects
Contact your doctor if these persist or worsen:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Yeast infections
🚨 Serious Side Effects
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Severe allergic reactions
- C. difficile diarrhea
- Liver problems
⚠️ Do Not Use If
- Penicillin allergy
- History of Augmentin-associated jaundice
📢 Important Warnings
- Serious allergic reactions
- Diarrhea from C. difficile
- Liver problems