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Co-amoxiclav för infektioner

Augmentin

Granskad av Sid DajaniSenast uppdaterad av Michael Stewart, MRPharmSSenast uppdaterad 22 nov 2023

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Make sure you tell your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin. Co-amoxiclav is a type of penicillin - do inte take it if you are allergic to penicillin.

Space your doses out evenly over the day and complete the full course of this antibiotic, even if you feel your infection has cleared up. You can take co-amoxiclav before or after food.

The most common side effect of co-amoxiclav is diarrhoea.

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.

Överblick

  • Co-amoxiclav is a penicillin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in adults and children.

  • It is commonly prescribed for infections including those affecting the sinuses, urine, skin, and joints.

  • Common side effects can include diarrhoea, feeling or being sick, and oral or vaginal thrush.

  • Take your doses with food if you experience sickness, and drink plenty of water.

  • Tell your doctor if you have glandular fever, an allergy to penicillin, or problems with your liver or kidneys.

  • Finish the full course of co-amoxiclav, even if you feel better.

  • Seek immediate medical help if you develop an itchy rash, swollen face, or breathing difficulties.

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About co-amoxiclav

Typ av medicin

Penicillin antibiotic

Används för

Infektioner (hos vuxna och barn)

Även kallad

Augmentin®

Tillgänglig som

Tabletter, flytande medicin och injektion

What is co-amoxiclav used for?

Co-amoxiclav is a type of antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is commonly prescribed for:

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.

Side effects of co-amoxiclav

Common side effects of co-amoxiclav include:

  • Diarré.

  • Känna sig illamående (illamående).

  • Kräkningar.

  • Oral or vaginal thrush.

You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine.

How to manage co-amoxiclav side effects

The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Common co-amoxiclav side effects

Vad kan jag göra om jag upplever detta?

Diarré

Drink plenty of water to replace any lost fluids. If the diarrhoea continues, becomes severe, or contains blood, let your doctor know straightaway

Feeling sick or being sick

You can reduce this by taking your doses at a mealtime

Redness and itching in the mouth or vagina (thrush)

Speak with your doctor for advice about treatment

Viktigt: if you develop an itchy rash, swollen face or mouth, or have difficulty breathing, these may be signs that you are allergic to a penicillin antibiotic. Do not take any more co-amoxiclav and speak with your doctor or go to your local accident and emergency department straightaway.

If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to the antibiotic, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

Who should not take co-amoxiclav?

Some medicines aren’t suitable for everyone. Before taking co-amoxiclav your doctor or pharmacists needs to know if:

  • If you suspect you may have glandular fever.

  • If you have an allergic condition, or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine. This is especially important if you have ever had a bad reaction to any penicillin antibiotic.

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Co-amoxiclav is not known to be harmful to babies; however, it is still important that you tell your doctor if you are expecting or breastfeeding a baby.

  • If you have any problems with the way your liver works, or problems with the way your kidneys work.

  • Om du tar några andra läkemedel. Detta inkluderar alla läkemedel du tar som finns att köpa utan recept, samt växtbaserade och komplementära läkemedel.

How to take co-amoxiclav

  • Read the leaflet inside the pack before starting treatment to learn more about co-amoxiclav and its possible side effects.

  • Take co-amoxiclav exactly as your doctor tells you.

  • It is usually taken three times a day, about every eight hours, spaced evenly throughout the day.

  • Check the label on the pack to see how many tablets or how much liquid medicine to take for each dose.

  • If you are giving liquid medicine to a child, follow the directions carefully and measure the correct amount.

  • Drink plenty of water while taking co-amoxiclav to help keep your kidneys working well.

  • You can take your doses either before or after food.

  • If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but do not take two doses at the same time.

Få ut det mesta av din behandling

  • The liquid form of co-amoxiclav may temporarily stain teeth, but this should disappear after the antibiotic course ends.

  • Finish the full course of antibiotics even if you feel better, unless your doctor tells you to stop.

  • Treatment usually lasts no longer than 14 days, and you should see your doctor if you still feel unwell after finishing it.

  • Antibiotics can sometimes cause thrush (redness and itching in the mouth eller vagina); speak to your doctor or pharmacist if this happens.

  • If you take the contraceptive pill, vomiting or diarrhoea lasting more than 24 hours may reduce its effectiveness, so ask about extra contraception.

  • Co-amoxiclav may affect the oral typhoid vaccine, so tell healthcare staff you are taking it before any vaccinations.

How to store co-amoxiclav

  • Förvara alla läkemedel utom räckhåll och synhåll för barn.

  • Keep co-amoxiclav liquid medicine in a refrigerator, and do not use it after the expiry date on the bottle. It will have been made up by the pharmacy and it is important you do not store or use it for longer than seven days since the date it was made up.

  • Store co-amoxiclav tablets in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Viktig information om alla läkemedel

Viktig information om alla läkemedel

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Vanliga frågor

Can co-amoxiclav cause tiredness as a side effect?

The article lists common side effects of co-amoxiclav as diarrhoea, feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting), and oral or vaginal thrush. Tiredness is not listed among the common side effects.

Does co-amoxiclav provide complete protection against infection, or are there times it might not kill all bacteria?

Co-amoxiclav contains amoxicillin, a penicillin antibiotic that kills bacteria. However, some bacteria can produce a chemical that makes amoxicillin less effective. Clavulanic acid, the second ingredient, is included to counteract this chemical, allowing amoxicillin to work. This makes co-amoxiclav effective against a broader range of bacterial infections.

What should I do if I notice my child's teeth are stained after taking the liquid form of co-amoxiclav?

The liquid form of co-amoxiclav can temporarily stain teeth. This staining should disappear on its own after the course of antibiotics is finished.

What should I do if my thrush symptoms don't clear up after I finish my course of co-amoxiclav?

If you experience thrush (redness and itching in the mouth or vagina) while taking co-amoxiclav, or if it persists after treatment, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice about treatment.

Is it safe to store co-amoxiclav liquid for a longer period if it's kept in the fridge?

Co-amoxiclav liquid medicine should be kept in a refrigerator, but it's important not to store or use it for longer than seven days from the date it was made up by the pharmacy, regardless of refrigeration. Always check the expiry date on the bottle and the 'made up' date.

What are the rules for disposing of leftover or expired co-amoxiclav?

You should not keep out-of-date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy, which will dispose of them for you safely.

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Författarbild

Michael Stewart, MRPharmS

Ansvarig för granskning av medicinbroschyrer – Konsult, Apotekare

BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael är en apotekare som arbetar i Midlands och South Yorkshire med mer än 20 års erfarenhet av att ge råd om läkemedel och medicinska tillstånd. Han har en stark bakgrund inom vårdutbildning och har producerat och levererat utbildningskurser för apoteksteam och personal inom vårdboenden, inklusive sjuksköterskor. Han har också bidragit till apoteksrådgivande styrelser för hantering av mindre allvarliga tillstånd i samhället.

Om recensenten

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Sid Dajani

Sultan Dajani tog examen vid London School of Pharmacy 1994 och blev den yngsta valda medlemmen i Royal Pharmaceutical Society-rådet sedan dess grundande 1842.

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