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| Drug Name |
AMOXICILLIN; CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM |
| Active Ingredient(s) |
AMOXICILLIN; CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM |
Form(s) and Strength(s) Available |
POWDER; ORAL:200MG/28.5MG/5ML ;400MG/57MG/5ML |
Product Information / Press Release What is the most important information about amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?
Take all of the amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Symptoms may begin to improve before the infection is completely treated.
Chew the chewable tablets before swallowing. Do not swallow them whole.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Use a second method of birth control while taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium to ensure protection from unintended pregnancy.
What is amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium?
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is an antibiotic in the class of drugs called penicillins. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium fights bacteria in the body.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, bronchitis, urinary tract infections, and infections of the skin.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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