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Comparing Amoxicillin / Clavulanate vs Augmentin

Amoxicillin / clavulanate

Augmentin

amoxicillin / clavulanate

Amoxicillin/clavulanate is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic that should be reserved for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible beta-lactamase producing bacteria. Its use may be... more

Augmentin is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic that should be reserved for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible beta-lactamase producing bacteria. Its use may be limited by... more

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Urinary Tract Infection
Bacterial Infection
Sinusitis
Bronchitis
Pneumonia
Skin or Soft Tissue Infection
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Otitis Media
Kidney Infections (Pyelonephritis)
Strep Throat (Streptococcal Pharyngitis)
Skin and Structure Infection
Bronchiectasis
Aspiration Pneumonia
Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
Febrile Neutropenia
Melioidosis
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Prescription only

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

Recent helpful reviews
5.8
532 Reviews

For Sinusitis Pro: Got relief from bad sinus infection within one day Cons: Supremely hard on my stomach and energy level. If I was not nauseous, I had severe stomach pains and chest dagger like pangs. Also had the sweats. And yes all this even after taking probiotics and with food.

5
UmaGo

For Sinusitis Side effect was mild direahea and bloody stool.

5
CENTENO6758
6.1
279 Reviews

For Sinusitis This drug was the worse. I'm still recovering. Starting taking this on 12/28 for SI. I take daily probiotics and increased them since I expected some stomach upset. At first not so bad but by Friday 12/30. The yeast infection from hell reared its ugly head. I had Diflucan on stand by just in case and took it 12/31 and stopped Augmentin altogether Nothing and normally it's hours when I feel relief. I had to get Monistat 1 on New Years to help fight it. Just got relief as of 1/4. Digestive still not normal. Never again. Unless my life depends on it.

6
TeePooler

For Sinusitis I did not have any side effects. Loose stool the first few days bit not what I would consider diarrhea. I'm not sure if it worked though. It helped my ears but I still have a slight sinus headache. Just finished the 10th day. Two doses a day.

6
HeatherLynn87

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Drug Class

Side Effects

See the full amoxicillin / clavulanate side effects document.

See the full Augmentin side effects document.

Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 2 tablet
Dosage 875 mg-125 mg
Per Unit* $6.48
Cost* $12.96
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Quantity 75 mL
Dosage 125 mg-31.25 mg/5 mL
Per Unit* $5.92
Cost* $443.93
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Generic Availability

Yes (this medicine)

Yes

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Oral powder for reconstitution
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral tablet, chewable
  • Oral tablet, extended release
  • Oral powder for reconstitution
  • Oral tablet

Brand Names
Amoclan, Augmentin, Augmentin ES-600, and Augmentin XR Other amoxicillin / clavulanate brands include: Amoclan, Augmentin ES-600, and Augmentin XR

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

1.7 hours

1.7 hours

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.

FDA Alerts

N/A

N/A

Drug Interactions

A total of 81 drugs are known to interact with amoxicillin / clavulanate:

  • 8 major drug interactions (22 brand and generic names)
  • 57 moderate drug interactions (432 brand and generic names)
  • 16 minor drug interactions (59 brand and generic names)

A total of 81 drugs are known to interact with Augmentin:

  • 8 major drug interactions (22 brand and generic names)
  • 57 moderate drug interactions (432 brand and generic names)
  • 16 minor drug interactions (59 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

August 06, 1984

N/A

WADA Class

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N/A

N/A

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