Comparing Augmentin vs Cefepime
Augmentinamoxicillin / clavulanate |
Cefepime |
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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 |
Prescribed for Bacteremia, Kidney Infections, Febrile Neutropenia, Intraabdominal Infection, Nosocomial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Skin and Structure Infection, Skin or Soft Tissue Infection, Urinary... more |
Choose a suggestion belowUrinary Tract Infection
Pneumonia
Skin or Soft Tissue Infection
Kidney Infections (Pyelonephritis)
Skin and Structure Infection
Febrile Neutropenia
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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6.0
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6.5
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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See the full Augmentin side effects document. |
See the full cefepime side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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Other amoxicillin / clavulanate brands include: Amoclan, Augmentin ES-600, Augmentin XR | Maxipime | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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1.7 hours |
N/A |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 93 drugs are known to interact with Augmentin:
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A total of 52 drugs are known to interact with cefepime:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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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. |
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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N/A |
January 18, 1996 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
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For Sinusitis Cleared up my infection pretty quickly. Side effects for me are headaches and a fog like state of mind.