Has anyone experienced severe side effects from Amox-Clav 200mg/5ml Susp 100ml? I'm worried about the potential risks.

I had terrible stomach issues when I took this medication, but I also have a stomach of steel. I can eat 3 week-old leftovers with no issue. I'm just saying that antibiotics are tough on the gut, and it's a waste of money to take probiotics. I've read that they don't do much good. Also, antibiotics are tough on the body, and the liver is the first to take a hit. Stay away from alcohol.

I had a friend who had a severe allergic reaction to this drug, it was scary. He ended up in the hospital with hives and difficulty breathing. It's not common, but it happens. Make sure you know the signs and have your doctor's number handy. It's also worth considering an allergy test for antibiotics. It could save a life, and really protect you down the line.

I had some mild diarrhea, but it went away after a few days. Just stay hydrated and talk to your doctor if it gets worse. I don't think I had C. diff, but you should call your doctor ASAP if your stools are very loose, watery, or bloody.

Nice. My doc gave me a whole spiel about liver problems. He told me the signs to look out for, like dark urine and yellow skin. Made sure I knew to call him right away. I guess the possibility of liver issues can be scary, but my doctor said they were rare. He also told me to avoid alcohol while on this med. It's possible that it can aggravate the liver, if things go bad.

I had a friend who ended up in the hospital with some kind of severe skin reaction. Scary stuff. They said it was toxic something or other. That was enough info for me. I'm not doing this drug again.

I am a doctor. Amox-Clav is a combination of Amoxicillin (an antibiotic) and Clavulinanic Acid (a beta-lactamase inhibitor). The beta-lactamase inhibitor helps kill resistant bacteria so the antibiotic can do its job. It can cause severe allergic reactions in some people. The best thing you can do is tell your doctor about your family history with allergies, and any antibiotic allergies you might have.

Has anyone had issues with diarrhea? I know it's a common side effect, but I've heard horror stories about C. diff. What should I do if I get it?

I took this for an ear infection and had no issues, but my friend had some mild stomach upset. No major side effects. Just keep an eye out and call your doctor if something feels off. You'll be fine!

I've never had issues with antibiotics before, but I'll keep an eye out for these side effects. Thanks for the heads-up, everyone. Let's hope for the best, but prepare for the worst!

It's always better to be informed, so thank you for posting this. It's been helpful to learn about these potential side effects. I'm going to suggest some additional reading to my patients.