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Active ingredient: amoxicillin + clavulanic acid

The medicines below all contain the following active ingredient(s): amoxicillin + clavulanic acid. You can select a medicine from this list to find out more - including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS).

What should I do if I cannot get my antibiotics?

Currently, there is a shortage of some antibiotics in Australia, such as amoxicillin, cefalexin and metronidazole.

If you cannot get the medication that you need, speak to your pharmacist or doctor. They can advise on alternatives. For more information, visit Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

Medicines that contain amoxicillin + clavulanic acid

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