The drug "Augmentin" - reviews, action, possible side effects

The active substances in "Augmentin" are amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. This combination improves the properties of amoxicillin and expands the range of its action - thus, it extends to microorganisms that are unresponsive to penicillins. It is indicated in the treatment of diseases of the ENT organs (otitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis), chronic bronchitis and bronchopneumonia. When infectious diseases of the urinary system are often appointed "Augmentin" - reviews suggest that the condition of patients after the start of its administration is significantly improved. It is taken with inflammatory diseases of the skin, bones and joints, as well as with infected wounds and animal bites. Finally, this antibiotic effectively treats dentoalveolar (dental) abscesses. Adult patients, in addition, "Augmentin" (feedback on its use in these cases - positive) is prescribed for infectious diseases of female genital organs, with postpartum sepsis and in the case of septic abortion. As a preventive agent, it is indicated in operations on the organs of the pelvis and gastrointestinal tract, heart and kidneys, etc.

Children under 12 years of age, including infants younger than two months, "Augmentin" is administered as a suspension. To make it, you must dilute the powder with boiled water at room temperature. The vial has a label: it shows to what level it is necessary to pour water. The suspension is shaken and allowed to stand for about five minutes, after which it is refilled with water, this time to the top mark, now it is ready for use. The finished drug is white with a yellowish tinge.

In this dosage form, "Augmentin" (the reviews confirm this) has a pleasant taste and smell and is readily accepted by small patients. The finished suspension should be stored only in the refrigerator! In case there are indications for its use in children under two years of age, it can be diluted with water (1: 2). However, it is not necessary to take such a decision without prescribing a doctor: "Augmentin", reviews about which the overwhelming majority are positive - a serious enough drug, and can cause allergic reactions.

With its use, other side effects are possible. So, in many cases, the candidiasis of mucous membranes and skin, requiring a separate treatment with the use of internal and local antifungal drugs. Sometimes the reception of a suspension of "Augmentin" or tablets "Augmentin 2" (the reviews confirm this) is the cause of headache and dizziness. It is extremely rare, with an overdose or having a patient with impaired renal function, convulsions are observed. Although these cases are infrequent, however, they can lead to serious consequences, therefore, when appointing "Augmentin", one must take into account the patient's chronic diseases.

Patients who take this antibiotic often complain of severe nausea, rarely vomiting and diarrhea. However, these side effects can be controlled: so, they can be seriously reduced by taking "Augmentin" at the beginning of the meal. Sometimes, extremely rarely, during the reception of "Augmentin" tablets (mainly elderly patients), hepatitis symptoms were noted. In children, such cases are rare, they are extremely rare.

This drug, like any other, is used with caution in pregnancy (especially in its first trimester) and lactation. Although the studies did not confirm its negative effects on the body of a pregnant woman or fetus, one should not discount possible allergic reactions, which can sometimes be quite severe.

Thus, the antibiotic "Augmentin", whose reviews confirm its effectiveness, has side effects, at times quite serious. However, the benefit that his reception is capable of is much more important, and when deciding on his appointment to the patient, a qualified specialist will take into account all the pros and cons.