Medicines & Drug Database A–Z
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Amoxicillin
Generic: AmoxicillinTreat bacterial infections
Amoxicillin destroys bacteria by sabotaging their ability to construct protective cell walls. As bacteria divide, their cell walls weaken and pop under fluid pressure, curing the bacterial infection.
Amoxicillin and Potassium Clavulanate
Generic: Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Potassium ClavulanateIndicated for severe or recurrent acute otitis media, acute bacterial sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated and complicated urinary tract infections (pyelonephritis, recurrent cystitis), skin and soft-tissue infections (cellulitis, animal bites, severe dental abscesses), and intra-abdominal or pelvic infections.
This medicine combines two active agents that work together as a powerful antibacterial team: Amoxicillin attacks and breaks down the bacterial cell wall, causing bacteria to rupture and die. Potassium Clavulanate acts as an enzyme shield, disarming the chemical weapons (beta-lactamase enzymes) that resistant bacteria produce to destroy antibiotics. By neutralizing bacterial resistance, the combination cures deep and persistent infections.
Azithromycin
Generic: AzithromycinTreat bacterial infections
Azithromycin stops bacteria from growing and multiplying by jamming their protein-building machinery. Without essential proteins, bacteria cannot survive.