Indication*

Augmentin Infections of upper & lower resp tract, GUT, skin & soft tissue, bone & joint, septic abortion, puerperal sepsis, intra-abdominal sepsis, dental infection (for oral prep), female genital infections. Augmentin ES Upper resp tract infections (including ENT) eg, recurrent or persistent acute otitis media due to Strep pneumoniae, H. influenzae & Moraxella catarrhalis. Lower resp tract infections eg, lobar & bronchopneumonia typically caused by Strep pneumoniae, H. influenzae & Moraxella catarrhalis. Skin & soft tissue infections typically caused by Staph aureus & Strep pyogenes.

Directions for Use*

Augmentin: Dosage depends on the age, weight and renal function of the patient and the severity of the infection. Dosages are expressed throughout in terms of co-amoxiclav content when doses are stated in terms of an individual component. To minimise potential gastrointestinal intolerance, administer at the start of a meal. the absorption of co-amoxiclav is optimised when taken at the start of a meal. Treatment should not be extended beyond 14 days without review. Therapy can be started parenterally and continued with an oral preparation.

Administration*

May be taken with or without food: Best taken at the start of meals for better absorption & to reduce GI discomfort.

*written indications, directions, and administration are updated as of May 11, 2025 and may not be accurate with the actual product purchased. Please read the details in the packaging.

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