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Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Potassium

Also sold as amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium, AMOXICILLIN AND CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM, Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium, Augmentin

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

8 recalls on record — a recall affects specific batches; check with your pharmacist.

What it’s used for

Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium is indicated for the treatment of infections in adults and pediatric patients, due to susceptible isolates of the designated bacteria in the conditions listed below: Lower Respiratory Tract Infections - caused by beta‑lactamase–producing isolates of Haemophilus influenzae and Moraxella catarrhalis . Acute Bacterial Otitis Media - caused by beta‑lactamase–producing isolates of H.

How to take it

Adults and Pediatric Patients greater than 40 kg: 500 or 875 mg every 12 hours or 250 or 500 mg every 8 hours, based on the amoxicillin component. ( 2.

Important warnings

Serious (including fatal) hypersensitivity reactions: Discontinue Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium if a reaction occurs. ( 5.

Common side effects

The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Anaphylactic reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5. 1) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.

Interactions

Co‑administration with probenecid is not recommended.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

250 MG / 10 MG / 12.5 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule · 60 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 50 MG / 12.5 MG Oral Tablet · 200 MG / 50 MG Oral Tablet · 300 MG / 75 MG Oral Tablet · 100 MG / 25 MG Oral Tablet · 100 MG / 25 MG Chewable Tablet · 200 MG / 50 MG Chewable Tablet · 300 MG / 75 MG Chewable Tablet · 50 MG / 12.5 MG Chewable Tablet · 50 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 100 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 125 MG Chewable Tablet · 250 MG Oral Capsule · 400 MG Chewable Tablet · 80 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 500 MG Oral Capsule · 500 MG Oral Tablet · 875 MG Oral Tablet · 25 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 40 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 200 MG Oral Tablet · 400 MG Oral Tablet · 250 MG / 125 MG Oral Tablet

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

  • Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
  • What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
  • Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
  • What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?