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I have been prescribed augmentin 875 five days/twice a day for sinus infection. it makes me want to vomit. how can i lessen this side effect?

Q: i have been prescribed augmentin 875 five days/twice a day for sinus infection. it makes me want to vomit. how can i lessen this side effect?

: Take it with food. If it's still a problem, contact your doctor about an alternative antibiotic. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Take it with food. If it's still a problem, contact your doctor about an alternative antibiotic. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/21/2023

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A member asked:

I have been prescribed augmentin 875 five days/twice a day for sinus infection. it makes me want to vomit. how can i lessen this side effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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