Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, indicated for the treatment of a wide range of infections caused by sensitive bacteria such as tonsillitis, otitis, pneumonia, gonorrhea or urinary infections, for example.
This antibiotic belongs to the penicillin group and is therefore effective in the treatment of infections caused by amoxicillin-sensitive bacteria and clavulanic acid.
Price
The price of Amoxicillin + clavulanic acid ranges from 20 to 60 reais, and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores, and a prescription is required. This antibiotic can be sold in 500 + 125 mg and 875 + 125 mg tablets.
How to take
Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid because it is an antibiotic remedy, should only be taken under medical supervision, and the following doses are generally recommended:
- Adults and children over 40 kg : It is generally recommended to take 1 tablet of 500 + 125 mg or 875 + 125 mg every 8 hours or every 12 hours.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of this antibiotic may include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty in digestion, dizziness, headache or candidiasis. Here's how to fight the diarrhea caused by taking this medicine.
Contraindications
Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid is contraindicated for patients with a history of allergy to beta-lactam antibiotics such as penicillins and cephalosporins and for patients with allergy to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid or any of the components of the formula.
Also, before you start treatment, you should talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Because although this medication is safe to be taken during pregnancy and lactation, it should only be used under medical advice. See: Amoxicillin is safe in pregnancy.
