Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, also known as co-amoxiclav or amox-clav, sold under the brand name Augmentin, among others, is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. It is a combination consisting of amoxicillin, a β-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a β-lactamase inhibitor. It is specifically used for otitis media, streptococcal pharyngitis, pneumonia, cellulitis, urinary tract infections, and animal bites. It is taken by mouth or by injection into a vein.Common side effects include diarrhea, vomiting, and allergic reactions. It also increases the risk of yeast infections, headaches, and blood clotting problems. It is not recommended in people with a history of a penicillin allergy. It is relatively safe for use during pregnancy.Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid was approved for medical use in the United States in 1984. It is on the World Health Organizations List of Essential Medicines. The World Health Organization classifies amoxicillin/clavulanic-acid as critically important for human medicine. It is available as a generic medication. In 2019, it was the 93rd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 8 million prescriptions. Medical uses
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is widely used to treat or prevent many infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as:

urinary tract infections
respiratory tract infections
skin and soft tissue infections
sinus infections
tonsillitis
cat scratches
infections caused by the bacterial flora of the mouth, such as:
dental infections
infected animal bites
infected human bites (including uncomplicated "clenched-fist" or "reverse-bite" injuries)It is also used for tuberculosis that is resistant to other treatments.
Bacterial resistance
Bacterial antibiotic resistance is a growing problem in veterinary medicine. Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is reported to be effective against clinical Klebsiella infections, but is not efficacious against Pseudomonas infections. References
External links
"Amoxicillin / clavulanic acid". Drug Information Portal. U.S. National Library of Medicine.