Augmentin Duo Oral Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections in children, including infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, teeth, and more. It contains two active ingredients — Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid — which work together to combat both regular and drug-resistant bacteria. Notably, this medicine is also effective in treating resistant forms of tuberculosis (TB) caused by beta-lactamase-producing bacteria.
Uses
- Treatment of bacterial infections
Benefits of Augmentin Duo Oral Suspension
- Provides broad antibacterial coverage for a variety of infections
- Effective against beta-lactamase-producing bacteria, which are resistant to many antibiotics
- Helps treat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) by overcoming bacterial resistance mechanisms
- Often leads to symptom relief within a few days of starting treatment
- Specially formulated for pediatric use, with dosage adjusted based on weight and age
How Augmentin Duo Oral Suspension works
Augmentin Duo Oral Suspension contains Amoxycillin and Clavulanic Acid, which work together to fight bacterial infections. Amoxycillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing them from forming a protective cell wall, which is essential for their survival. However, some bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase that can break down amoxycillin and make it ineffective. Clavulanic Acid inhibits this enzyme, thereby protecting amoxycillin from destruction and allowing it to work effectively. This combination not only enhances antibacterial activity but also makes the medicine effective against drug-resistant bacteria, including certain strains responsible for tuberculosis.
Side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
