<unk> , also known as co-amoxiclav or amox-clav or clamoxin, is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. It is a combination consisting of<unk> , 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.<unk>  was approved for medical use in the United States in 1984. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. The World Health Organization classifies<unk>  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 8million prescriptions.
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid
Ampicillin/flucloxacillin
Ceftolozane/tazobactam
Piperacillin/tazobactam
Imipenem/cilastatin
Ampicillin/sulbactam
Ceftazidime/avibactam
Cefuroxime axetil