Amoxicillin / clavulanate for Skin or Soft Tissue Infection User Reviews

• Gia...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 14, 2018

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I feel like the people that come on here to read reviews are people like me who have anxieties about taking medications. I needed this medication for a skin infection after my C-section. I was nervous about the symptoms after reading the comments on here, but I had ZERO problems with this medication. I was prescribed 875 mg 2x daily. I made sure I ate a probiotic yogurt before starting this med and had one every day for 7 days until I was finished. I had no upset stomach or diarrhea."

• Joe...
• December 27, 2014

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Overall, not too bad. I had some mild nausea and diarrhea the first two or three days, but then I drank Kefir, which helped immensely. Be sure to take it as directed with some food (you don't need a whole meal) and eat yogurt, etc. I highly recommend Kefir during Augmentin therapy. I began clearing the infection by the second day. Remember, most people have little to no side effects with these medications, so what you tend to read on the Internet is negatively biased."

• Car...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 21, 2015

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I have adult acne and rosacea due to PCOS. I have redness, welt-type acne, rash-type scene, black/whiteheads on my face. When taking Augmentin, all my skin problems disappear within 2-5 days and my face stays clear while taking the prescription. Augmentin is a Godsend."

• Ril...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 21, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I had a stye that turned into cellulitis with extreme swelling, redness, and pain. If you Google the most extreme pics of periorbital cellulitis, I looked worse than those. My lower eyelid was so swollen that it was projected so far out that when I closed my eye, my inside tissue, the mucous membrane was completely exposed. It felt like my skin was ripping apart. I was prescribed 1000 mg Augmentin, and after the first tablet, I was about 25% better. After the second tablet, all pain was gone and it went down to looking like a normal stye again. This was in just 24 hours. By the end of day 3, you'd never know it happened. I've also been prescribed Augmentin for bronchitis and respiratory infections, and it's quick and works great for those as well."

• All...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 10, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I took Augmentin for a nasty stye that was getting increasingly worse. I do not have a good track record with antibiotics as I have either broken out in hives or it has caused some intolerable mood swings. I was nervous about taking it, but the stye caused me so much pain that I gave in. Hours after the first dose, the stye came to a head and immediately started draining. It felt like so much of the pain had finally left my eye. By day 4, other than the scar/scab, my eye looks and feels like normal. My digestion is a bit out of whack, but I deal with other complicated gastro issues, so this was not a big deal for me. Probiotics and kefir to help!"

• Anonymous
• July 1, 2008

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I suffered from pseudofolliculitis behind my head for years, and by chance, I got Augmentin from Libya without any prescription. In Europe, all the doctors that I consulted could not find a solution for this problem, so one day I just walked into a pharmacy in Libya and showed it to the doctor in charge of the pharmacy, who advised me to take Augmentin. I was a bit hesitant, but before my returning date (after 5 days), I noticed that all the bumps were drying, and now I'm very proud of my head."

• Ada...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2017

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I've been taking this for about two weeks to combat cellulitis, and after first trying Keflex and Bactrim, which did not work, the Augmentin is working quite well. I haven't had any stomach upset or GI discomfort. I haven't had any diarrhea that couldn't be easily stopped with a normal dose of over-the-counter loperamide. Had a slight bit, but the loperamide fixed that right up."

• wh7...
• October 26, 2010

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I have used Augmentin several times, mainly for skin infection (acne), and had found it effective, although I took only half a course of 7 tabs x 625 mg on each occasion. So far, I have experienced no side effects. I also increased my probiotics intake while on this antibiotic. The probiotics should not be taken at the same time, but after a lapse of time, say four hours or longer after consuming the drug. I would recommend Augmentin, as it is effective, and to me, there are no side effects."

• Mur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2019

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I started this 6 days ago for an infection from a knife cut on my thumb knuckle. It seemed to work, and swelling is down, however, I was advised to stop using it due to the side effects. Severe nausea upon waking, chills, agitation, unable to keep still yet tired, lightheaded and fatigued. The panic attacks and constant catastrophic thinking really made me need to stop this med. I hope it killed the infection because I think I may need a medicated coma for my next round."

• Bet...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I was prescribed Augmentin for what my doctor thought was a skin infection on my right leg. Well, after taking my first dose, within 2 hours, my stomach became extremely upset... burning... nausea... diarrhea... bloating... and anxiety and panic have always been an issue for me, but after Augmentin, it was immediately 20 times worse. My doctor ended up telling me to stop taking it on day 5 because it was getting worse and worse. My skin infection cleared up with some hydrocortisone cream and antibiotic ointment, but it's been over 3 months since stopping this medication, and I'm still having major stomach issues and mental issues, so please be careful, people, especially if you have anxiety or stomach issues beforehand."

• Sad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I was prescribed this twice a day for 7 days. I'm halfway through, and I recently developed severe headaches, decreased appetite, decreased urination, and shortness of breath. No diarrhea yet, but I did feel nauseous this morning. I hope not to get diarrhea because I'm trying to heal an anal fissure. I tested negative for some common STDs, so I don't know what I have, but my groin lymph nodes still seem to be swollen. :/"

• Lac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2020

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I was prescribed Augmentin (Amox-Clav) 125 mg every twelve hours for 10 days. Starting having diarrhea the day I started, and by day five, I became so sick I thought I was going to have to go to the ER. Horrible stomach pain and cramps, fever, extreme weakness, painful muscles, mainly in legs, nasty sweat, nightmares, and I lost my sense of smell...which may have been a good thing since I was pretty much stuck in the bathroom. The fever and pain lasted two days after I stopped taking the Augmentin on day five. The diarrhea has continued (on day eight after discontinuing drug) and is pretty much spontaneous. I can’t go anywhere. I have never had stomach issues in my life (I’m 50). I fear my gut is damaged beyond repair. This is a nasty, nasty drug. Also, has worsened my depression and mental state in general."

• Mat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2013

"I was prescribed Amox-Clav 875 mg tablets for a very bad skin infection on my legs (both). My skin was peeling off and under the skin, it was red and tender to the touch. Within a week, the spot grew from a dime size to about 7 inches wide by 5 inches tall. After the first week, the infection moved to my right leg. My doctor prescribed me this medication, and after taking it for about 5 days, the sores started to scab over and the sore/tenderness was going away. I highly recommend this medication for skin infections."

• nau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 10, 2018

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Throughout the whole course, I had horrible nausea and diarrhea. :/ Two weeks after finishing the course, I'm still sick! So fatigued, flu-like symptoms, chills and sweats, terrible cramps, and always in the bathroom. I've now been diagnosed with colitis from Augmentin. I'm more sick after the course than I was before I actually needed the antibiotics! I've never had a reaction to any other antibiotic, so would never take that again."

• ccl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 26, 2013

"I scraped up my inner knee on a mossy log. By day 4, it was not improved and had a clearly infected area around the small scrapes-swollen, red (and white when you push on it, quickly turning red again), about an inch to 1.5 inches all around the wound area-tender to touch. I went to the doctor and was prescribed this for 10 days. I am only through the 2nd dose. I have taken this medicine before for sinusitis and did not have side effects. After only 15 hours since the first dose, the wound is healing beautifully."

• Dag...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2022

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Doc gave me Augmentin for some injury that broke the skin (too many injuries ago to remember). After the second day, I started seeing things that weren't there. Ended up in the hospital for 4 days until they figured it out. Rare side effect of Augmentin, psychosis. CRAZY."

• Cor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 26, 2014

"Recently, my eardrum ruptured during my sleep. Actually, the pain awakened me first. Although I am leaning towards my severe TMJ for causing the rupture, I am still uncertain as to exactly why. I saw my physician the following morning and was prescribed Amoxicillin 875 mg, twice per day. I was also prescribed antibiotic and steroid ear drops. This was 3 days ago. I also have severe acne caused by folliculitis. Embarrassingly, I also have scabs where I will scrape the hair with my nail. I use Tazorac cream for it, but this has always made it worse. Much to my surprise, I am overjoyed to see how much better my skin already looks. It's like night and day. Almost completely clear after years of dealing with this. Amazing."

• Boy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 18, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I was prescribed Augmentin 875 to be taken twice a day for 10 days to try and prevent infection from a bad cat bite. I did experience symptoms, but because I suffer from IBS, it mostly seemed like an IBS flare to me. The looser stools started on day two, but they were not diarrhea. That was it until around day 8 when I bloated like you wouldn't believe. It was all up in my stomach, and nothing gave me relief. However, I continued taking my pills and my probiotics and finished a couple of days ago. The side effects were not pleasant, but they were much less unfortunate than I was expecting after reading reviews. I never got an infection from the cat bite, which normally leads to one in about 80% of people. So, the drug worked!"

• Cuz...
• March 20, 2019

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Augmentin has been a saving grace for my acne. It works so great when nothing else works. Unfortunately, over the years, it has lost its effectiveness. Ten years ago, I would take a course and have clear skin for months. Now, a full course of Augmentin 875 mg will only last a few weeks after taking it before the unbearable itch and painful acne appear. Not sure what step to take next..."

• Tir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "I took this medicine for a tooth abscess that couldn't be drained during the root canal. Severe diarrhea, headaches, minor heartburn, and I felt as though my throat were closing (doc said minor allergic reaction). I have been taking a probiotic and eating yogurt, but it hasn't helped with the stomach upset at all. It helped with the abscess, but 8 days later it isn't completely cleared. I've been switched to Clindamycin due to the tightening in my throat. Scared to death and sick of antibiotics."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Don't know what's worse... the cellulitis infection or side effects of Augmentin. Headache, gassiness, bloating, stomach upset from day one. Horrible vomiting on day five. Thank goodness I only have a seven-day Rx. Calling the doctor tomorrow and will beg not to take the last two days or switch to something else."

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2018

"Took for gum infection. 3 days into the prescription, I started having major anxiety attacks. Heart palpitations, HBP, dizzy, shaky, clammy. Sent me to the ER as I thought I was having a heart attack. It was awful. I will never take it again. If you have to take it, please be aware of these side effects. No one tells us about the panic, but upon doing some research, it's pretty common."

• cat...
• September 15, 2017

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Took this for 10 days after a cat bite got infected. Noticed hyperactivity during the course, but it was two days after I finished the course that the real fun started - fatigue, head fog, inability to do anything, weight loss (three kg in four days!), really bad insomnia (unable to sleep until 5 am), unable to stomach anything except carbs. After a week of this, the nausea started, so that I couldn't eat anything without debilitating nausea. Headaches too. Am still in it after two weeks. Treating myself with ginger tea for nausea, slippery elm, probiotics, dandelion leaf and root for liver, lemon water, vegetable juices. I will never take this again."

• Kat...
• February 12, 2016

Amoxicillin / clavulanate "Was prescribed the 875 mg tabs every 12 hours for an infected cyst. Right from the 1st dose, I experienced stomach upset, severe bloating, and diarrhea that burned. Within several days, I also developed a vaginal yeast infection and severe yeast rashes in both armpits. I normally have a cast iron stomach and can take normally any medication without meals and have no problems. The Augmentin caused bad side effects even with meals. Stay away from this drug, it is well known to cause stomach problems."

• and...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2022

"On July 10, 2022, I woke with a 103.5 fever. I had an open wound on my lower left leg. I am 63 years old and suffer from venous stasis. I went to the shower to change my bandaging and saw the wound spread to the top of my foot overnight, and it was all black. I went to the ER and was admitted immediately. I was seen by an infectious disease specialist, vascular specialist, internist, plastic surgeon, and medical doctors. They were so concerned about gangrene and my losing my leg. Thank God it was cellulitis, but I also had sepsis. I was hospitalized for 6 days, and they had me on IV antibiotics the whole time. When released, they prescribed Amox & Clav 875-125 mg, along with Cipro 500 mg. Today is 7/23/22, and in 13 days my leg looks so much better. I still have a ways to go for the wounds to heal, but the infection that was so bad is almost gone. The only side effect for me is loose stools, but I will gladly deal with this to get better. I think this is a great combo of antibiotics. God bless."