INTRODUCTION ABOUT AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION

AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION is used to manage bacterial infections such as middle ear and sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone and joint infections, septic abortion (any abortion complicated by uterine infection), and abdominal infections. The symptoms of a bacterial infection may include fever, difficulty breathing, pus formation, and pain.

It contains a combination of medicines called Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It works by preventing the growth of bacteria and helps clear up the infection.

Do not take AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION if you have a history of hypersensitivity to beta-lactams, including penicillin and cephalosporins, or any other ingredients of this medicine. It is not recommended for use if you have a history of amoxicillin-clavulanate-associated jaundice or hepatic dysfunction.

Before taking AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you are suffering from hepatic or renal impairment. This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant women and only when necessary.

In breastfeeding women, it should be used with caution. AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children (aged below 12 years) and elderly patients (above 50 years).

The common side effects associated with the use of AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION are diarrhea, thrush (a fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION

It is used for managing bacterial infections such as:

• middle ear & sinus infections
• respiratory tract infections
• genital tract infections
• urinary tract infections
• skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections
• bone & joint infections
• septic abortion (any abortion complicated by uterine infection)
• abdominal infections

HOW AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION WORKS

AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION helps in managing bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of an integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby managing the inactivation of amoxicillin.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take this medicine as advised by your physician.

Syrup/Oral Suspension:

• Shake well before use.
• Use the dosing syringe, cup, or spoon supplied with the pack to measure the dose accurately.
• A dosing syringe is recommended to dose a child below the age of 3 months accurately.

Dry syrup/dry suspension:

• Open the sachet, reconstitute the dry powder thoroughly in a glass of water, and swallow the mixture immediately.

Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION

COMMON

• diarrhoea
• thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth)
• nausea
• vomiting

Stop taking AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: 

• signs of allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling on the face or mouth resulting in difficulty breathing or collapse
• signs of vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels) such as raised red or purple spots on the skin
• inflammation of the liver (hepatitis), jaundice
• severe diarrhoea

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• medicine used to manage gout Ex. allopurinol, probenecid
• medicine used to delay blood clotting, Ex. warfarin, acenocoumarol
• mycophenolate mofetil (a medicine used to manage organ rejection after an organ transplant)
• contraceptives (medicines used to manage conception) Ex. oestrogen

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of AUGMENTIN DDS ORAL SUSPENSION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation), fluid and electrolyte disturbance, and amoxicillin crystalluria, which may lead to renal failure in some cases.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid are antibiotics used to manage infections caused by bacteria. It is effective for managing:

Middle Ear & Sinus Infections: Infections causing ear pain, difficulty hearing, nasal congestion, and facial pressure. They are typically caused by bacteria entering the ear or sinus cavities.

Respiratory Tract Infections: These include conditions like bronchitis or pneumonia, leading to cough, chest pain, and difficulty breathing, caused by bacterial invasion in the airways or lungs.

Genital Tract Infections: These infections affect the reproductive organs, causing pain, discharge, or fever, often due to bacteria spreading through sexual contact or urinary infections.

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Infections in the bladder or kidneys, causing frequent, painful urination and lower abdominal pain, due to bacteria entering the urinary tract.

Skin & Soft Tissue Infections (including dental infections): These infections cause redness, swelling, pain, or pus formation in the skin or tissues, commonly from bacteria entering through cuts or dental issues.

Bone & Joint Infections: Infections in bones or joints causing severe pain, swelling, and fever, typically due to bacteria spreading from the bloodstream or nearby tissues.

Septic Abortion: A severe infection following an abortion, causing fever, abdominal pain, and foul-smelling discharge due to bacterial contamination of the uterus.

Abdominal Infections: Infections inside the abdominal cavity, leading to severe pain, bloating, and fever, often from bacteria spreading from the intestines or an injury.