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No, clindamycin and Augmentin are not in the same family of antibiotics. Clindamycin belongs to the lincosamide class, while Augmentin is a combination of amoxicillin (a penicillin-type antibiotic) and clavulanate potassium, which is a beta-lactam antibiotic. They have different mechanisms of action and are used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Always consult a healthcare professional for appropriate antibiotic use.
What else can I help you with?
Is clindamycin and vancomycin in the same family?
No, clindamycin and vancomycin are not in the same family. Clindamycin is a lincosamide antibiotic, while vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic. They have different mechanisms of action and are used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Both are effective against certain Gram-positive bacteria but belong to distinct classes of antibiotics.
If allergic to augmentin what is the best alternative?
This depends on the reason for the antibiotic. For ear or sinus infections, a cephalosporin would be a good alternative. For dental infections, clindamycin would be the best option. Why are you using augmentin? And was it truly an allergic reaction?
Are Cipro and Clindamycin the same?
is amoxicillin and clindamycin the same in treating chest cold and congestion
Augmentin and clavamox are they the same?
No, Augmentin and Clavamox are not the same thing. They are both drugs that are used to treat infections.
Are clindamycin and lincomycin the same thing?
yes
Is clindamycin a penicillin?
It is safe to use in a penicillin allergy because the two drugs are not in the same family. They are both antibiotics but have little else in common. They do not share similar chemical structures or mechanisms of action. Clindamycin is a macrolide antibiotic whereas penicillin is a beta lactam antibiotic.
Does augmentin have penicillian in it?
Yes, Augmentin contains a combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxicillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic, while clavulanic acid helps to extend the effectiveness of amoxicillin against certain bacteria.
Can augmentin and cephalosporins be taken at same time in certain diseases?
YES
Augmentin will effect periods?
I believe so because I am having the same issue. Yes, I took augmentin for a sinus infection, and it delayed my period for two weeks.
What is amoclan bid?
it's an antibiotique amoxicilline+acide calvulinique the same as augmentin
Can you take sporanox and augmentin at same time?
yes. my doctor recommended it for nail fungus.
Why does augmentin need to be refrigerated?
Augmentin is an antibiotic that is prescribed for children. Augmentin needs to be refrigerated or the medicine will lose its effectiveness.
