Amoxicillin / clavulanate for Strep Throat User Reviews

• Nur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "So, got another strep infection. Haven't had one in a couple years. But you can always tell because you get fever and chills (like seizure shaking), pain when you swallow, and my tell-tale sign--dragon-hot fire breath. Anyway, checked my throat out and it was bright red with white spots, patches of pus. I went to urgent care on my lunch and sure enough rapid strep test positive. I was prescribed Augmentin 875 twice per day for 10 days. I just took my third pill and I already feel so much better. Wish I hadn't waited 2 days."

• Fra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 7, 2015

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "This is the ONLY antibiotic I have been prescribed that cures the bacterial infection that comes along with streptococcus. Zithromax or Z-packs (azithromycin) are useless for me due to complete antibiotic resistance to that drug. Also, regular amoxicillin is ineffective due to antibiotic resistance. This medication is powerful and can cause side effects such as diarrhea, but you can take Imodium (loperamide) for that, which I highly recommend during the course of this treatment, along with drinking plenty of fluids such as water and Gatorade to maintain electrolytes. This is a 10-day course of medication and is highly effective. I recommend this as a FIRST course of treatment due to antibiotic resistance."

• Bil...
• January 5, 2012

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "On day 1, no change in the symptoms. Day 2: I got diarrhea. Day 3: no more fever and pain relief, diarrhea reduces as well. Day 4: No fever, no diarrhea, and a little headache. Days 5 to 7: I forgot I was sick, had to put reminders on the phone in order to remember to follow the 7-day prescription. Worked for me."

• str...
• February 27, 2014

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "My doctor told me to drink it down with water and then eat yogurt or a probiotic an hour after each dose, and I never got sick. She said if you don't drink enough water, you will get diarrhea, so I drank tons and never got it. I am so happy! I had been suffering for two months."

• AEJ...
• April 10, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "On Tamiflu for the flu, Z-pack for strep throat, and Motrin for pain and fever. Day 2: me begging, please give me penicillin, please. My throat began to swell and was covered with infection. I went to urgent care and was given a prednisone shot along with a Rocephin shot, followed by a prescription for prednisone, Augmentin, and Diflucan. Immediately, the Augmentin kicked the hell out of the strep throat. I began spitting out the infection, the flu symptoms subsided, and all is right in the world. I had the runs, upset stomach, and a yeast infection, all of those pale in comparison to strep throat and the flu."

• S...
• February 6, 2014

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "My worst nightmare started with uncontrollable sneezing in the evening, which later developed into severe throat pain and musculoskeletal pain, with temperatures shooting up to 103. The physician (whom I consulted in the absence of my family physician) prescribed cefixime and Azithromycin (200, 500) combination twice a day, but the progress was very slow, with the temp remaining high at 103. Fortunately, my physician returned, and I consulted again and was prescribed Augmentin 625 twice a day for 3 days. Within a day, I found excellent improvement, and the second day, the strep pharyngitis completely subsided."

• Big...
• January 3, 2015

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "After failing to complete the 10-day cycle of penicillin initially prescribed and a 3-day delay in getting back to the doctor, the strep came back 500x worse than the first time (including sinus and ear infections). Augmentin was prescribed along with Lidocaine Viscous (to gargle), Sudafed, Flonase, Ibuprofen, and Saline Rinse. After 1 day, I can tell that I am on the mend... fever gone; throat, ears, and sinuses getting better... I have had no adverse digestive effects (am eating yogurt consistently as it's the only thing that I have been able to get down). I am thankful that the Nurse Practitioner at CVS Minute Clinic went all out instead of sending me to the ER. This time I will finish the complete cycle!"

• kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2015

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I had a wicked bout of strep while traveling in Europe. I had a round of Amoxicillin, which didn't quite clear it, so I was prescribed Augmentin. I had 30 hours of travel ahead of me and two hours of sleep to go on, but despite the circumstances, I began to feel much better! The only side effects I've had so far have been that the acne on my cheeks has completely cleared up, and I have better than average energy levels (not sure if either of these are related to the Augmentin, but the timing lines up perfectly)."

• Bba...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2012

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "This is only my second day on the medicine. The swelling and pain have gone down dramatically, however, the side effects are bad. Horrible cramping, abdominal pain, and, of course, wretched diarrhea. Like I said, I'm only on my second day, let's just hope this doesn't last much longer."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Augmentin is a powerful drug, and within two doses for strep throat, my throat started to open back up. I could breathe easier and swallow without too much pain. However, it gave me the worst headache I have ever had. I tried Tylenol, ibuprofen, and BC powder, and my head still felt like it was going to explode. Switching to amoxicillin. I just hope it works as well as Augmentin without this terrible side effect."

• Dan...
• November 26, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Augmentin worked fast within 3 days for my strep throat, but the diarrhea and stomach aches I had taking this were awful. Even for a few days after I had finished the 10 days of antibiotics. The first few days, I experienced some trouble sleeping, night sweats, and the headache here and there. Generally worked well, but side effects were not fun."

• Lup...
• January 19, 2016

"Personal favorite antibiotic. Taken it many times over the last 8 years. I've never had any harsh side effects, but I always take this medication with a light meal, usually high in carbs. Usually, within 3 to 5 days, all symptoms are gone and you can return to a light version of your routine, but you must finish the medication, otherwise, your symptoms will return far worse. If you are having trouble with nausea from this, Zofran has worked for other medications I've taken in the past, so I'd recommend asking your doctor about it before counting this medication out. I have lupus, so I'm usually on this medication 10 times a year for things like strep throat, tonsillitis, UTIs, upper respiratory infections, and all the other fun winter brings."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2014

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "This medicine worked to clear up sinus and chest infection within 4 days, but my sense of taste is gone. Everything tastes bland or not right. Only sweet things are flavorful. Must be the Augmentin. On a 10-day course."

• Anonymous
• August 30, 2009

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "This cleared my throat infection within 2 days and made me feel so much better pretty quickly as far as temperature and discomfort were concerned. However, I did vomit with it and felt nauseous for about an hour and a half after taking it. The diarrhea is still with me on day 4."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Medicine is working excellently, however, the side effects are intense. Severe diarrhea, horrible headache within an hour of each dose that gets worse when I stand. I'm only on day 3 of a 10-day cycle."

• Ish...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 4, 2016

"I was given this by urgent care to treat my strep throat. The first day of taking this, I was perfectly fine... Day 2, I started having severe diarrhea. I mean, it is coming out all day long like a faucet, just so much diarrhea. I literally cannot stop pooping. It's day 3, and I think I am going to have to call the doctor back... the infection is leaving already, which is amazing, and it is an amazing drug other than the awful diarrhea. I am eating yogurt too."

• Anonymous
• July 24, 2009

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "This medication did clear up my strep throat within the first couple of days being on it. However, the side effects were horrible. I had watery diarrhea for like 3 days, I always felt nausea after taking it even with food, and I had strong stomach pains. Also, by the 4th day on it, I had a yeast infection."

• Kan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2017

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "First, it is a good medicine for sore throat and cough, along with Sinurest and nasal decongestant. I have taken azithromycin previously, it takes 15 days to cure a sore throat, but Augmentin will take only 4 days to cure, along with, as I said, previous drugs."

• Str...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2019

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I had a terrible strep infection. My throat was so painful, and my body ached. Was prescribed penicillin. After 4 doses and no improvement, returned to the doctor and was prescribed Augmentin. I knew the side effects would be bad but was desperate to see improvement in the strep, which 2 doctors described as a really bad case. After 2 doses, NO SIDE EFFECTS, my stomach was fine, I saw improvement in my throat. After the 3rd dose, I started noticing some upset stomach and a bad headache. Hoping this headache doesn't last."

• sti...
• March 31, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Am now on day 2 of meds, still in horrible pain. Hurts so much to swallow any type of food or water. Fever is under control thanks to round-the-clock Advil and Tylenol. No relief as of yet, hoping that it starts to help."

• Und...
• November 12, 2015

"After going to the ER twice in one week and my strep test coming out negative, my symptoms were so bad and visible that they started my first dose of antibiotics through IV and sent me home with Augmentin 875 mg. After the third day, I was feeling better from my throat, but the side effects were doing a number on me. I am super weak and tired, I'm sleeping most of the day. My joints hurt, my legs hurt, my chest feels tight, and I have irregular heartbeats if I move too much. I feel lethargic, and I have a weird taste in my mouth, everything tastes bad. And I'm irritable, I feel so many more, just don't feel like myself. I have experienced some really bad side effects, but it's helping my infection. So I guess I have to deal with that for three more days."

• Meg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I was diagnosed with strep throat and given amoxicillin, and strep came back, and so they gave me Augmentin. Two pills in, and I started noticing little dots on my skin but thought it was normal and didn't want to be in pain, so I took 6 days of it (don't do that if you start to develop a rash). I had hives all over my body that itched. It made me self-conscious and depressed, and I can't work right now because my job is labored and I sweat a lot. The doctor didn't want to give me anything else because my immune system was freaking out. A week and a half later, my hives are still spreading, and my strep comes back. I was given a steroid injection that helped relieve some of the itching, taking Zyrtec daily, prednisone, and Keflex this time due to my other antibiotic allergy. Two weeks since I stopped taking Augmentin, and anything that causes me mental anguish or anxiety flares my whole body up with hives that feel like bugs are crawling over me. My immune system has been destroyed by three bouts of strep in 30 days."

• mom...
• December 18, 2014

"Was given this medicine for strep throat, prescribed 875 mg twice daily; I was in so much pain I seriously felt like crying every time I had to swallow or tried eating or drinking anything! My tonsils were huge, very inflamed and red with white blister-like spots. I went to Walgreens little clinic Sunday morning and started this medicine that afternoon. By the morning of day 3, my throat felt 10 times better! Amazing, by the end of day 3; needless to say, the medicine was definitely doing its job great, UNTIL it hit me that Friday, the nightmare started of bubble guts, diarrhea, and the most awful foul-smelling gas ever! Severe diarrhea, 13 hours and counting."

• Fra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 14, 2017

"Everyone take a note that anytime you take an antibiotic, you should take a probiotic to help your digestive health. A lot of antibiotics cause diarrhea and can turn severe without proper technique. Take into account too that eating or consuming any dairy product with an antibiotic is a huge no-no! I cannot stress how many times people have done that, complaining about frequent loose bowel movements that sometimes lead to accidents. By the third day, if you don't recognize progression, go back to the doctor immediately!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 21, 2019

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Diagnosed with strep throat and a perforated eardrum... I was in a ton of pain. Augmentin got rid of the ear pain and throat pain in 2 days, but the pure liquid diarrhea is nonstop. So, of course, I'm an idiot and feel better, so I stopped taking it after 3 days. Well, day 6 I am back (worse) with the strep throat, so I start taking it again. The heartburn is out of control and diarrhea ASAP again. Pain in my throat is so bad I am trying to bear the side effects. I take a probiotic every day, and I currently just took Pepto with hope of some relief."