Description

AUGMENTIN ACTION MECHANISM

Augmentin inhibits cross-linkage of linear peptidoglycan polymer chain, which is major component of both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria cell walls. Hence, Augmentin inhibits bacterial call wall synthesis.

AUGMENTIN DOSAGE

Take Augmentin dosage as exactly prescribed by your doctor and with a glass full of water. Usual adult dosage of Augmentin is 500mg tablet for every 12 hours or 250-mg tablet every 8 hours, one hour prior to meal.

AUGMENTIN ADVANTAGES

Augmentin is found to be effective for various bacterial infections in individuals resistant to penicillin or other antibiotic treatment.

AUGMENTIN SIDE EFFECTS

Less serious Augmentin side effects include mild diarrhea, gas or stomach pain, headache, nausea or vomiting, skin rash or itching and vaginal yeast infection.

Serious side effects of Augmentin that require urgent medical help include weakness, seizures, stomach pain, numbness, pain, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice, watery or bloody diarrhea and blistering or peeling caused by severe skin reaction.