Augmentin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic drug. It is used in pediatric and therapeutic practices in the treatment of cystitis, joint diseases, as well as respiratory diseases. Analogues of “Augmentin”, common in Russian pharmacies, differ from the main drug in cost and presence of contraindications.

Composition, active substance and release form

There are three forms of antibiotic release and several dosages of the main active ingredient.

  • Augmentin powder for oral use is sold in dark, opaque glass bottles, each containing 35 mg of the product. The volume of the finished suspension is 70 ml. The dispenser and instructions for use are attached to the medicine. The finished suspension has a clear white (or close to white) hue. At rest, a precipitate forms in the solution, so before using it, the bottle is thoroughly shaken with a vertical movement of the hand. 5 ml of the diluted drug contains 200 mg of amoxicillin (the main active substance) and 28.5 mg of clavulanic acid.
  • Augmentin tablets have an oval shape and a dividing line in the middle. The name of the product in English is extruded on their surface. 1 tablet contains 250 mg and 125 mg of active ingredients, respectively. The detailed composition of the tablet coating is indicated in the instructions. The blister contains 10 tablets.In tablets labeled with the inscription “AC”, the content of the active component is different - 500 mg in 1 unit, with the letters “A” and “C” on both sides of the drug - 875 mg. The number in the blister is 7 or 10 pieces.
  • The powder form of the drug for injection contains 1000 mg of the main active ingredient and 200 mg of clavulanic acid. In 1 package - 10 bottles with undiluted semi-synthetic antibiotic.

Russian analogues of the antibiotic for children and adults

There are about forty structural analogues of Augmentin, including antibacterial drugs from the group of protected penicillins with an identical composition. The most budget option - generics of domestic production.

Russian analogues, cheaper than "Augmentin":

  • Amoxin
  • "Ecobol";
  • "Arlet."

Popular foreign drugs analogues:

  • Amoxiclav;
  • Amoxil-K;
  • "Teraclav-Health".

The main producers of analogues are Ukraine, Slovenia, India, but also the pharmaceutical market is represented by antibiotics from the USA, Turkey.

Pills

A close Russian analogue of Augmentin in tablets is Amoxin, which is also a semi-synthetic antibiotic with a pronounced antimicrobial effect. It is aimed at suppressing the synthesis of bacterial cell walls. The active substances in the composition and recommendations for the use of both antibiotic agents are identical.

“Amoxin” is not prescribed for hypersensitivity (including history) to the components of any antibacterial drugs of this group, as well as infectious mononucleosis.

"Ecobol" has a more extensive list of contraindications.

These include:

  • renal failure;
  • colitis;
  • liver dysfunction;
  • pregnancy and lactation.

Arlet tablets are well absorbed in the digestive tract. Eating does not affect the degree of absorption.

The cost of Russian generics ranges from 80 - 140 rubles per package.

Augmentin tablets are prescribed for adults and adolescents over 12 years old.

Powder for suspension

Among the antibiotics produced in Russia, Ecoclav stands out. It is used for the treatment of newborns. Recommendations for treatment and its duration (at least 5 days) are established by the pediatrician.

The finished solution is stored in the refrigerator for 7 days after its preparation.

"Azithromycin" in many respects is similar to "Augmentin", but the analog is more slowly absorbed and worse combined with other bactericidal drugs.

As an analogue of Augmentin, Sumamed may be prescribed, but there are differences between antibiotics.

"Sumamed" accumulates in the mucous membranes, and is not distributed in the tissues. Treatment with him is faster, since the antibiotic is stronger in terms of the effect, but its scope is less wide.

Injection

The Augmentin analogue, Medoclav, is suitable for newborns, but it is not prescribed for lactating women because of the ability of the drug to penetrate into breast milk and provoke the development of oral fungus in infants.

Verklav is a cheap Russian generic with identical characteristics. It is administered intravenously. For patients with body weight less than 40 kg, the agent is administered slowly (30 - 40 minutes), infusion. The duration of administration for all other groups of patients is 3 to 4 minutes.

Ready solution is not stored for more than 15 - 20 minutes.

Augmentin's foreign substitutes in different forms

  • Amoxiclav for oral use is produced in Slovenia. If there is a history of jaundice and hypersensitivity to the components, the drug is prohibited, as it can cause death. The average price in online pharmacies in Russia is 240 rubles. The cost of a tablet form of release is 253 rubles.
  • The Flemoklav Solutab tablets (Netherlands) differ from the majority of other analogues in that they are used in pediatrics for the treatment of children over 2 years old. Their price reaches 600 rubles, depending on the concentration of the active substance in the composition.
  • Panklav (Serbia) is prescribed for patients over 12 years old.With caution and under the strict supervision of a specialist, pregnant women and patients suffering from renal failure take the antibiotic. You can buy the drug in Moscow for 330 - 380 rubles.
  • Rapiclav (India) is also available in tablet form. The impact on the development of the fetus has not been studied enough, so the drug is not taken during pregnancy. In studies of the effect of the drug on the child during lactation, the risk of developing a fungal infection in his oral mucous membranes was revealed. For the period of such treatment, the baby is transferred to alternative nutrition. The price in pharmacies is 279 - 387 rubles.
  • Clamox BID (Turkey) for oral use is intended for the treatment of children from 2 months to 6 years. The main characteristics coincide with other analogues. Adverse reactions are possible. Price - from 102 rubles.

Brief instructions for use and dosage

Doses of an antibiotic are prescribed by a specialist taking into account the condition of the patient and his physiological characteristics.

Take the drug with an equal time interval:

  • Once a day - every 24 hours;
  • 2 times - every 12 hours;
  • 3 times - every 8 hours.

The dosage of the drug in the form of an injection for severe infections can be increased by 2 times, taking into account the recommendations of the attending physician.

The detection of any adverse reactions should be reported to a specialist.

Detailed instructions for use in the form of an insert are included in each package of the antibiotic.

The period of absorption of the antibiotic amoxicillin is about 2 hours, i.e. much less than that of many analogues. This substance is one of the active components of Augmentin, which is dispensed in pharmacies with a prescription and requires strict adherence to the treatment regimen. Substitutes of the main drug are selected taking into account the identified contraindications to them.

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