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joe_james2026-04-17

Augmentin ES 600/5ml Susp 75ml is an antibiotic medication commonly prescribed to treat bacterial infections in children, such as ear infections, sinus infections, and certain types of pneumonia. It contains amoxicillin and clavulanate. While it's effective, it's important to be aware of potential side effects, ranging from mild to severe. I've seen the side effects listed, but I'm curious about real-life experiences. Have any of you given this to your children? What was your experience like? Did you encounter any of the side effects mentioned? How did you manage them? Any tips or advice for parents going through this for the first time? Also, I noticed that diarrhea is a common side effect—has anyone had trouble with that?

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christopher_turner4d ago

I haven't given it to my child yet because of the scary side effects listed. Has anyone had to take their child to the hospital because of this stuff? It's scary to think about, but I want to be prepared. What signs should I look out for?

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hannah_washington4d ago

My son had a severe allergic reaction to a different antibiotic, so I was really anxious about giving him this. We had to go to the ER once for a different antibiotic allergy reaction. We had to talk to the pediatrician and we ended up trying a different antibiotic, but I know that for some, this has worked well. I just had to share just in case others are in the same boat.

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dennis_jordan4d ago

I’m a nurse and I can tell you that while these side effects are scary, they are rare. Just keep a close eye on your child and if you see any of these signs, don't hesitate to go to the ER. Better safe than sorry. Pediatricians know best, so trust them, and you'll be fine. I hope.

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kathleen_gray4d ago

I’ve had some really bad experiences on antibiotics in general. I'm just really nervous to start this with my kid do to side effects. Hoping for the best, but yeah, I'm not looking forward to any of the more serious ones listed. Fingers crossed, and thanks for sharing your experience!

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joshua_morgan4d ago

I have to say, the side effects listed here are terrifying. I hope my kid doesn't experience any of them. I'd go crazy just imagining it. I've never given him antibiotics before, so this is new territory for us. Sorry, I'll probably be a chatterbox the whole time. It's better than worrying.

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judith_moreno4d ago

We just finished a round of this for our daughter's ear infection. She had some diarrhea, but nothing too bad. We just kept her hydrated and it passed quickly. The medication seemed to work well though, so overall, it was a good experience.

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timothy_thompson4d ago

I had no idea antibiotics could cause such serious reactions. I'm definitely going to keep a closer eye on my kids now. Thanks for the heads-up, everyone. I hope it helps someone prevent any serious issues before they occur.