AMOXYCILLIN(500MG) + CLAVULANIC ACID(125MG)

This combination is prescribed to treat various bacterial infections including: • Respiratory tract infections (such as bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis) • Ear, nose and throat infections (such as tonsillitis, otitis media) • Urinary tract infections • Skin and soft tissue infections • Dental infections • Bone and joint infections It is effective only against bacterial infections and will not work for viral infections like common cold or flu.

Amoxycillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from building their protective cell walls, which are essential for their survival. Without these cell walls, the bacteria die. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that blocks certain enzymes (beta-lactamases) produced by resistant bacteria. These enzymes normally break down Amoxycillin, but Clavulanic Acid stops this process, allowing Amoxycillin to work effectively against resistant bacterial strains.

Common side effects include: • Diarrhea or loose stools • Nausea or vomiting • Stomach discomfort or indigestion • Skin rash or itching • Vaginal itching or discharge Most side effects are mild and temporary, resolving as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, contact your doctor if you experience severe diarrhea, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, severe skin rash, or signs of an allergic reaction like difficulty breathing or swelling of face and throat.

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is best taken at the start of a meal to reduce stomach upset and improve absorption. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it. Complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better, as stopping early may allow bacteria to continue growing and cause the infection to return. Maintain regular intervals between doses for best results.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Alcohol consumption should be limited as it may increase the risk of stomach upset and liver-related side effects. Patients with kidney or liver problems may need dose adjustments, so inform your doctor about any such conditions. If you have a history of allergy to penicillin or other antibiotics, inform your doctor immediately. This medicine may rarely cause dizziness; avoid driving if affected. Complete all prescribed laboratory tests to monitor treatment effectiveness and detect side effects early.