Amoxicillin
Uses
Amoxicillin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections
How it Works
Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, Amoxicillin kills the bacterial infection by attacking their cell wall. Specifically, Amoxicillin prevents the synthesis of a substance in the cell wall called peptidoglycan, which then provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Amoxicillin may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Allergic reaction,
Vomiting,
Skin Rash,
Diarrhoea
Clavulanate Potassium
Uses
Potassium Clavulanate is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and the symptoms it may cause.
How it Works
Potassium clavulanate works by blocking the action of the enzymes which are produced by the bacterial cells around the infected area to inactivate the antibiotics which help to cure the infection.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Clavulanate Potassium can include the symptoms below;
Diarrhoea,
Fever,
Increased transaminase level in blood,
Maculopapular rash,
Urticaria