What does "co-amoxiclav" mean?

A combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin trihydrate, a beta-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a beta-lactamase inhibitor.

What is a synonym for "co-amoxiclav"?

Common synonyms include: amox/clav, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, amoxiclav, augmentin.

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A combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin trihydrate, a beta-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a beta-lactamase inhibitor. uncountable

From co- and a blend of amoxicillin + clavulanate.

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