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nathan_dunn2026-04-17

I've been prescribed Augmentin 250mg/5ml Susp 150ml for my child's ear infection, and I'm a bit worried about the possible side effects. The leaflet lists a whole bunch of serious ones, like allergic reactions and liver problems. Has anyone else given this to their kids? Did you experience any issues? I'm particularly concerned about the diarrhea side effect, as I've heard horror stories about C. diff. I just want to make sure I'm not overreacting. Should I be worried, or is this just standard stuff for antibiotics?

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patrick_dunn4d ago

Augmentin can be rough on the tummy, but it's generally effective. My doc told me to give it with food, which helped a lot. As for the serious side effects, they're rare, but definitely keep an eye out. If you notice anything weird, call your doctor right away.

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jonathan_hamilton4d ago

I gave this to my daughter last year, and she had some diarrhea, but nothing too bad. I just made sure she was drinking lots of fluids and kept an eye on it. Never had any of the serious side effects listed.

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justin_vargas4d ago

This stuff is brutal on the gut. My kid had some really bad diarrhea, and it took a while to get it under control. We ended up having to switch antibiotics, but it was worth it to get rid of the infection.

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sean_chen4d ago

Don't worry too much, but watch for rash or vomiting. The diaper rash is a bit annoying but easily treated. My daughter had a mild case of diarrhea, and she was fine after a few days.

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mary_wright4d ago

I had diarrhea all the time, it was miserable. The doctor said it was the meds, but I don't know why this antibiotic gave me so much trouble.

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logan_johnson4d ago

The liver problems are rare, but if you notice any symptoms like dark urine or yellow skin, get to a doctor ASAP. A lot of the time it will be fine, but the warning signs can be subtle.

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kimberly_guzman4d ago

Parents always worry about side effects, but Augmentin is pretty standard. Just monitor your kid closely and call the doctor if you notice anything unusual.

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kyle_williams4d ago

I worked in a pharmacy and saw a few cases of C. diff, just be aware of the symptoms, it is a very nasty bug. Steroid cream worked well for a diaper rash and some probiotics in the fridge can help with the diarrhea. Call your doc if the diarrhea gets bad or doesn't go away.