Manufacturer: Vhb Life Sciences Inc
Salt Composition : Amoxycillin(250mg), Clavulanic Acid(50mg)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It is strictly advised to be used as per the doctor’s prescription.Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Additionally, you may notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these do not get better or persist for a longer duration of time. In cases of patients with severe liver or kidney disease, consult your doctor before you start with the treatment.
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection contains two different medicines, Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Amoxycillin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Amoxycillin against bacteria.
The body clearances of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid were not significantly different. The elimination half-lives of amoxicillin after intravenous and intramuscular administration were 1.22 (0.09) hour and 1.52 (0.09) hour respectively, and those of clavulanic acid were 1.15 (0.08) hour and 1.49 (0.08) hour.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Augclav
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Hypersensitivity to Augclav 300 Injection is a contraindication. In addition, Augclav 300 Injection should not be used if you have the following conditions:
History of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction associated with Amoxicillin and Clavulanate
Hypersensitivity to any penicillin
Penicillin hypersensitivity
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol with Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Amoxycillin + Clavulanic Acid is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is indicated for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of respiratory tract, genito-urinary tract, skin, bone, and tooth among others.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Augclav 300 Injection may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Augclav 300 Injection may interact with the following drugs and products:
Allopurinol
Chloramphenicol
Macrolides
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Sulfonamides
Tetracyclines
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection?
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid. It is used to treat bacterial infections like, tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, boils, abscesses, cellulitis, wound infection, bone infection, and oral cavity infections.. The medicine works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infections.
Q. Is it safe to use Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection?
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is safe to use when taken as advised by the doctor. However, in some patients, it may cause common side effects like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash, allergic reaction and other uncommon or rare side effects. If you experience any persistent problem during the course of your treatment, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Q. How is Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection administered?
Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection.
Q. Are there any specific cautions associated with the use of Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection?
The use of Augclav 250 mg/50 mg Injection is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins or any other ingredient of the medicine. It should not be used in patients with a history of liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicines.
