Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Tablets

Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets

Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets are a broad-spectrum antibiotic for treatment of bacterial infections. Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets combine amoxicillin, a synthetic penicillin-type antibiotic, with clavulanate potassium, a beta-lactamase inhibitor to protect the antibiotic from certain enzymes that may destroy the amoxicillin. 

Dogs and Cats

Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets

Augmentin® 

Potentiated Aminopenicillin

Aurobindo

Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets 875mg/125mg 20 ct: 22 mm, white to off-white, capsule shaped, film coated tablet, scored in half, imprinted with X;3;2. (NDC 65862-0503-20)

Amoxicillin, Clavulanate potassium

Silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hypromellose 2910 (5 MPA.S), hypromellose 2910 (15000 MPA.S), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 4000 & 6000, sodium starch glycolate type A potato, unspecified ethylcellulose, titanium dioxide

Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium Tablets should be given orally with food as directed by your veterinarian. Give the complete course of therapy, even if your pet seems better. Missing doses or stopping therapy early may result in treatment failure.

Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.

Side effects may include stomach upset, such as diarrhea and vomiting. If this occurs try giving the medication with food. These symptoms may go away during treatment. If these symptoms continue, contact your veterinarian.

The following drugs can potentially interact with Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium: bacteriostatic antimicrobials, leflunomide, methotrexate, mycophenolate, probenecid, and warfarin. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. 

This medication does not have an FDA approved indication for use in animals, but it is a common and acceptable practice for veterinarians to prescribe this human medication for use in animals.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanic Acid Extended Release is not for use in animals with penicillin or cephalosporin allergies.

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching.

If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.

Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.