If you have an allergic reaction such as any swelling around your mouth, any difficulties breathing or a red rash contact a doctor for advice straightaway. Co-amoxiclav is given to treat bacterial infections. It is prescribed for sinus infections, urine infections, skin infections, joint infections and some dental infections.
It is also given before some surgical operations, to prevent an infection from developing. Co-amoxiclav contains two ingredients, amoxicillin and clavulanic acid.
The first ingredient, amoxicillin, is a penicillin antibiotic which treats infection by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection. Some bacteria are able to produce a chemical which makes amoxicillin less effective. The second ingredient, clavulanic acid, stops this from happening.
Clavulanic acid stops the chemical produced by the bacteria from working, and this allows the amoxicillin to kill the bacteria. Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine may only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking co-amoxiclav it is important that your doctor knows:. Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them.
The table below contains some of the most common ones associated with co-amoxiclav. Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid also is used sometimes to treat certain sexually transmitted diseases STD. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store the tablets at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture not in the bathroom.
Keep liquid medication in the refrigerator, tightly closed, and dispose of any unused medication after 10 days. Do not freeze. It is important to keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers such as weekly pill minders and those for eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers are not child-resistant and young children can open them easily.
To protect young children from poisoning, always lock safety caps and immediately place the medication in a safe location — one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach. Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them. However, you should not flush this medication down the toilet.
Instead, the best way to dispose of your medication is through a medicine take-back program. In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline at If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, immediately call emergency services at If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell the doctor or pharmacist promptly. Taking this medication with food will help to reduce stomach upset.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea due to a type of resistant bacteria.
This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Do not use anti-diarrhea or opioid medications if you have any of the following symptoms because these products may make them worse. Tell the doctor right away if you develop:. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new yeast infection.
Contact the doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:.
Amoxicillin can commonly cause a mild rash that is usually not serious. However, you may not be able to tell it apart from a rare rash that could be a sign of a severe allergic reaction. Therefore, get medical help right away if you develop any rash.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact the doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at Before taking this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to amoxicillin or clavulanic acid; or to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics; or if you have any other allergies.
This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Co-amoxiclav liquid can stain teeth.
This is not permanent and brushing your teeth will remove any stains. Co-amoxiclav is also called by the brand name Augmentin. Co-amoxiclav can be taken by children. Information: Recommended reading Giving co-amoxiclav to children: information on Medicines for Children website. To make sure co-amoxiclav is safe for you, tell your doctor if you: have had an allergic reaction to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin or any of the other ingredients have had a severe allergic reaction to any other antibiotic.
This can include a skin rash or swelling of the face and throat have ever had liver problems or jaundice yellowing of the skin when taking antibiotics have or think you may have glandular fever have liver or kidney problems are not peeing regularly. Important Co-amoxiclav liquid is not suitable for people with a rare inherited condition called phenylketonuria.
Important Carry on taking this medicine until you've completed the course, even if you feel better. How to take it Take co-amoxiclav with a meal or snack. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. What if I forget to take it? What if I take too much? Common side effects These common side effects happen in around 1 in 10 people. Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or don't go away: diarrhoea itching, redness and discomfort in or around your mouth , armpits, vagina, penis or groin area — these are symptoms of thrush a yeast infection feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting , especially when taking high doses of co-amoxiclav Serious side effects Serious side effects are not common and happen in less than 1 in people.
Tell a doctor straight away if you have: a skin rash which may blister, and looks like small targets central dark spots surrounded by a paler area, with a dark ring around the edge — these are signs of a skin reaction called erythema multiforme watery diarrhoea — usually with blood and mucus stomach pain, possibly with a high temperature — these are signs of inflammation of the large intestines pale poo with dark pee, yellowing of the skin or the whites of your eyes — these are warning signs of liver or gall bladder problems.
This can happen even after you have finished taking this medicine. Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, co-amoxiclav can cause a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis. Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. What to do about: diarrhoea — drink plenty of fluids, such as water or squash to avoid dehydration.
Signs of dehydration include peeing less than usual or having strong-smelling pee. Do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor thrush — ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice if this happens to you feeling or being sick — stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.
Take co-amoxiclav with food. Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash — take small, frequent sips if you feel sick to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor. Important For safety, tell your doctor if you're trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or if you're breastfeeding. There are some medicines that do not mix well with co-amoxiclav.
Tell your doctor if you're taking these medicines before you start taking co-amoxiclav: allopurinol or probenecid, which are used to treat gout a blood thinner called warfarin methotrexate, which is used to treat cancer or rheumatic diseases mycophenolate mofetil, which is used to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs Mixing co-amoxiclav with herbal remedies or supplements There are no known problems with taking herbal remedies and supplements alongside co-amoxiclav.
Important For safety, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins or supplements. How does co-amoxiclav work? When will I feel better?
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