Augmentin for Sinusitis User Reviews (Page 5)

• Pookie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2019

"I just started Augmentin antibiotic yesterday for sinus infection and have had 3 doses, but it's the worse antibiotic ever. I have had really bad stomach pain and terrible diarrhea and today I only took one dose but it didn't get any better. My dentist prescribed this to treat a so call sinusitis that was coming on due to issues with my teeth which I haven't felt sick at all. So yes I agree that this is not an antibiotic that should easily be first choice for everyone especially for people with sensitive stomach linings as myself. I already have it bad most of the time so don't need a medicine to make it worse. I will be calling the dentist tomorrow ASAP for a change. I do not recommend this to anyone especially those suffering from gastroenteritis. Be careful."

• 1000mg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2022

"I had sinus for 6 months didn't get right doctor.A doctor in St John's prescribed augmentin 1g. It is strong no doubt. For a day little side-effects. After that nothing. Sinusitis disappeared. Had all sinus symptoms eye burning, jaw pain, throat pain, when put head down, altogether pain. All went off. As per many patients have more food to increase good bacteria."

• Nadaxx
• June 29, 2017

"Don't ever use this, When I was 4 years old I was sick and the doctor give me augmentin. It effected me in a negative way, I used to throw up, pee (urninate) with blood, my skin was very pale and my eyes were yellow, and it caused me severe liver problems."

• DJano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2018

"For a case of chronic sinusitis I was prescribed Augmentin. I took it for 10 days and had to stop as it was really messing with my gut. The main symptom of my sinusitis was a foul smell that can best be described as an "infected gym sock". The Augmentin did nothing for this. About two years later I was prescribed Keflex, and within two days the nasty smell was gone. Unfortunately, I now have a "sweet smell" and still suffer from not being able to smell most of the time. The sweet smell is much easier to live with, but I'll be going back to the doc to get a different prescription and hopefully can get rid of the sweet smell and restore my sense of smell."

• sarah
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2019

"Had what an ER doc thought was an ear infection back in DECEMBER. Left ear was inflamed, took antibiotics and I guess it got better, I wouldn't know since there was no pain associated. January, I developed weird ringing in my left, same ear. Ignored it. Now beginning of March, I started getting popping in that ear which spread to my right ear, basically the sensation of de-equalized pressure which is so irritating. Decided to go to the ER just 5 days ago, ER doc looked into my ears and said I had Ear effusion, then looked into my throat and sinuses and said they were inflamed. I was born with sinusitis so my turbinates are naturally enlarged, but I wasn't experiencing ANY signs of sinus infection (no weird / smelly mucus, or even terrible breathing from the weather change ) . She prescribed me this augmentin with mucinex, and to use a net pot everyday with Flonase. Never experienced this much stress, anxiety and body aches before. Im a 23 year old health nut, so my body is quite healthy"

• Karen
• March 4, 2018

"I suffer from fibromyalgia and arthritis, so am already on a regimen of meds. I developed a severe sinus problem after oral surgery which opened into my sinus cavities. Nothing, including sinus surgery, and carefully chosen antibiotics, kicked it. I lost my sense of smell and taste. My doctor and I decided to try with Àugmentin 875- 2x/day. I was warned. I take a super probiotic between doses, and eat yogurt. I am also eating a good amount of mild healthy food. Nausea-yes, but no vomiting. Rough diarrhea that is less urgent after 8 days. Much fatigue, but I am used to that. I am halfway thru a 21-day prescription and can now taste and smell (that began with a strange tinge that has gone away) and feel less drained from infection. No yeast issues, but being vigilant just the same. I still have 10 days to go and, although used to feeling lousy anyway, I can feel the absence of the rampant sinus issues. No more throat glop or constant heavy nose-blowing."

• Ron
• February 23, 2018

"Given Augmentin for Sinusitis after dental implant and sinus lift caused the sinusitis. Dose was 3 times a day for 14 days. This was a bad infection and cause fluid build up in sinuses, so Sudafed was also prescribed twice a day. Was having fever symptoms before taking Augmentin and the fever became less but didn't quite go away. It would come back randomly for short periods. It made food taste differently and in some ways spoiled my appetite. It also made me feel different all over. I made sure to eat something before taking Augmentin and as long as I also took a probiotic immediately after taking it, I had no stomach issues, but LOTS of gas especially in the morning. Felt somewhat better after 3 days, and much better after 7. Because I had C-Diff from Clindamycin in 2006 (after an dental abcess) which was very difficult to get rid of, it took almost 6 weeks of Flagyl and Vancomycin to do so, I am very reluctant to take any antibiotic unless I absolutely need it."

• Shy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2023

"After dealing with a sinus infection for over a week and trying to self-medicate. I went to the emergency room because I couldn’t deal with the earache anymore and I couldn’t hear out of my left ear. I took this antibiotic for the first time last night at the ER. Not even 5 minutes later I went into a full-blown panic attack. Besides that issue it did work. I'm planning on taking my 2nd dose today to see if it will do the same but some of the pain was relieved."

• tk4gt
• September 11, 2009

"I have chronic prostatitis kept in check with Flomax. This drug interfered with my Flomax and I became symptomatic with my prostatitis within 48 hrs. Quite a shock after having been symptom free for almost 2 years!"

• Chels
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2023

"I had severe nightmares and an out-of-body experience. My doctor stopped the medication after two days but have had weird sensations since then. Also have had painful tingling in my hands, and then sometimes they turn red and are very hot."

• Anxie...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 5, 2021

"This is my experience with Augmentin. I have a history of severe anxiety and am generally sensitive to medications. I had a tooth extraction and bone graft but also ended up with ear and sinus pain. I was given Augmentin and figured I'd be fine. I took the first dose and was okay. The next morning I had very loose stool and a bit elevated heart rate. The second dose in the evening, I had a horrible panic attack to the point where I nearly passed out/went to the hospital. The next morning I took my dose and ended up with an awful panic attack again a few hours later. Thats when I called my doctor and was told to switch to Amoxicillin. Everyones body reacts different. Definitely keep track of your symptoms, drink a lot of water, and rest!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2017

"I was prescribed Augmentin 875 mg every 12 hours 2 days ago . Today ( after 4 tabs) I began to have diarrhea and stomach aches . I was prescribed this drug because my indoor cat got loose outdoors and scared and scratched my hand and bit me. I am a senior lady who has had a blocked intestine before and after surgery got C Dif and am afraid to continue this drug as I may have a re occurrence. I'm stopping the dosage tonight and will see the MD tomorrow.I want off this drug! Oh, the reason I had C Dif was because I got Salmonella in the hospital and was given so much IV antibiotics."

• TSE
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2022

"Worked great for my kidney infection and frequent sinus infections but has an extremely bad impact on my mental health. Symptoms include worsening depression, worsening anxiety, extreme insomnia and horrifically bad vivid nightmares. Extremely emotional and crying for no reason. I found taking a very powerful probiotic a few times a day a few hours after my dose helped but it didn’t completely take it away. I would be careful of this medication if you’ve got mental health issues."

• In pain
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2021

"Was prescribed Augmentin 875 for a 14 day period. On day 2 I’ve had over 20 hours straight of uncontrollable belching and acid reflux. These aren’t burps they are explosions of gas like a beaker is overflowing. I’m talking thousands an hour. May go to the ER"

• elfon...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 20, 2021

"I've taken this briefly before but don't remember having side effects like this time around. I wake up in the middle of the night with nausea. I've had stabbing headaches that are worse than my usual vertiginous migraines. My stomach is so bloated and just very upset all the time. My ears feel better but I started another allergy med at the same time so I don't know if it's due to that or this. I certainly wouldn't take this med unless you really need it. Can't wait to finish."

• Blanc...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 4, 2016

"Augmentin knocks out sinus infections faster and better than any other medication I've tried. Eat some greek yogurt while taking it and you won't have any stomach issues."

• MarGuy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2013

"Had Sinusitis for ten days, finally went on Augmentin 1g, after a couple of days my symptoms had 80% resolved. I'm on day 4 now and all symptoms have 100% resolved. No side effects. Great antibiotic."

• Korine
• April 14, 2015

"Augmentin gave me a debilitating, unbelievably severe headache. I thought I was going to die due to my head imploding with pain. I was literally screaming! Never again for me..."

• Irispr
• December 15, 2012

"Had a terrible sinus infection and was prescribed Augmentin, It began to work an hour later. No side effects."

• Anonymous
• June 23, 2019

"I seem to have an ongoing problem with severe sinus infections and fluid on my ears...Very painful. This medication seems to be the only one that completely cures my symptoms."

• Miss...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2017

"Every time I have had a sinus infection and been prescribed Augmentin 875 I feel so much better within a day or two"

• Dana...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2016

"Throat infection/headache/ear infection. Four days twice a day helped me get rid of it. Just drink a lot of water people"

• val...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 24, 2012

"Amazing - works extremely fast. Side effects are short-lived and petty compared to the efficacy of this medication."

• JJP
• February 22, 2016

"Bad sinus infection. 6 days in after 2 x a day 875 mg's I FINALLY feel better. Minimal side effects. Loose bowel motions as mentioned."

• sinuses
• June 27, 2015

"Day two and I already can breathe out of both nostrils!. My stomach feels a little weird but not terrible. 875 X 2"