Generic Augmentin is used in the treatment of lower respiratory, middle ear, sinus, skin, and urinary tract infections that are caused by certain specific bacteria. These bacteria produce a chemical enzyme called beta lactamase that makes some infections particularly difficult to treat. More info »
FDA Investigating Z-Pak Antibiotic Linked to Heart Risks - ABC News (blog)
AFPFDA Investigating Z-Pak Antibiotic Linked to Heart RisksABC News (blog)By MURTAZA AKHTER The study, published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found patients prescribed Z-Pak were more likely to die than those prescribed amoxicillin, another antibiotic.
Health roundup: Antibiotic may raise risk of sudden death - Minneapolis Star Tribune
Health roundup: Antibiotic may raise risk of sudden deathMinneapolis Star TribuneThe increased odds of death are small, but significant enough that the authors of the study say doctors should consider prescribing a different drug, like amoxicillin, for high-risk patients.
Pernix Therapeutics Introduces Omeclamox-Pak®, First Product in ... - MarketWatch (press release)
Pernix Therapeutics Introduces Omeclamox-Pak®, First Product in .
The antibiotic, amoxicillin-clavulanate, before a meal may improve small bowel ... - Science Codex
The antibiotic, amoxicillin-clavulanate, before a meal may improve small bowel .
Hot pills, related suspect found - Sault Star
Hot pills, related suspect foundSault StarAbout 2500 pills and capsules, including penicillin, amoxicillin, Lyrica and erythromycin were taken, said Const.