Augxetil Information
Augxetil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Augxetil have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Augxetil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Augxetil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Augxetil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Augxetil's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Augxetil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Augxetil related warnings section.
Augxetil is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Augxetil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Augxetil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Augxetil is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Augxetil Benefits & Uses
Augxetil is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Tonsillitis
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Throat Infection
- Gonorrhea
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Impetigo
Augxetil Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Augxetil Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Augxetil is used -
Mild
- Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
- Vaginal inflammation
Augxetil Related Warnings
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Is the use of Augxetil safe for pregnant women?
Augxetil is safe to take during pregnancy.
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Is the use of Augxetil safe during breastfeeding?
Augxetil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Augxetil on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Augxetil on kidney have been reported.
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What is the effect of Augxetil on the Liver?
Augxetil is not harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Augxetil on the Heart?
Augxetil is not harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Augxetil with Other Drugs
Augxetil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Augxetil Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Augxetil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Diabetes
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Asthma
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Jaundice
Frequently asked Questions about Augxetil
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Is this Augxetil habit forming or addictive?
Augxetil is not addictive in nature.
Augxetil Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Augxetil
When consumed with certain foods, Augxetil may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Augxetil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Augxetil with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Augxetil
Question over 6 years ago
Does Augxetil affect birth control?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Augxetil might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Augxetil with aspirin?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Augxetil can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Augxetil along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Question about 6 years ago
Does Augxetil treat gonorrhea?
Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Augxetil can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Augxetil without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Augxetil is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Augxetil cover enterococcus?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
No, Augxetil does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Augxetil. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
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