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Augmentin is a brand name for the drug amoxicillin and clavulanate. This antibiotic treats bacterial infections.¹ It is used to control and treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as sinusitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, and urinary tract infections.² For complete information, see the amoxicillin and clavulanate WisdomCard.

Fast Facts:

• -- Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting.¹
• -- Augmentin tablet should be swallowed whole.²
• -- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.²

What is Augmentin?

• Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): What Is The Most Important Information I Should Know About Augmentin?
• eMedTV: What Is Augmentin?
• First DataBank, Inc. (via RxList): Augmentin XR Oral Uses
• NetDoctor.co.uk: Augmentin (co-amoxiclav) - How Does It Work?
• DrugLib: Augmentin (Amoxicillin / Clavulanate Potassium) - Summary
• Lexi-Comp (via Merck Manuals): Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
• St. John Health: What Is Amoxicillin/Clavulanic Acid Oral Suspension?

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Company Information on Augmentin

• GlaxoSmithKline: Official Site
• Wikipedia: GlaxoWellcome | GlaxoSmithKline
• The New York Times Business: GlaxoSmithKline P.L.C.

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1} First DataBank, Inc. (via RxList): Augmentin XR Oral Uses
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2} Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): What Is The Most Important Information I Should Know About Augmentin?

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