Amoxicillin-clavulanate
Amoxicillin-clavulanate
Amoxicillin-clavulanate (pronunciation: a-MOX-i-SIL-in KLAV-yoo-lan-ate), also known as co-amoxiclav, is a combination antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "Amoxicillin-clavulanate" is derived from the names of its two active ingredients: Amoxicillin, a penicillin antibiotic, and clavulanate potassium, a beta-lactamase inhibitor. The latter is included to prevent bacteria from becoming resistant to amoxicillin.
Usage
Amoxicillin-clavulanate is used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infections, bronchitis, urinary tract infections, and infections of the skin. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Amoxicillin-clavulanate include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. Serious side effects may include allergic reactions, liver problems, and Clostridium difficile infection.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amoxicillin-clavulanate
- Wikipedia's article - Amoxicillin-clavulanate
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