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Sinusitis

Sinusitis is swelling of the sinuses, usually caused by an infection and common after a cold or flu. It brings pain around the cheeks, eyes or forehead, a blocked nose and coloured mucus, and often clears on its own within four weeks.

Augmentin

Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid

250mg + 125mg · 500mg + 125mg · 875mg + 125mg

Amoxicillin and clavulanic acid tablets for bacterial infections. Clavulanic acid protects amoxicillin from being broken down by resistant bacteria.

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Key points

  • Antibiotics may be considered when symptoms persist or worsen rather than resolving on their own.
  • A reduced sense of smell can accompany the blockage and coloured mucus.

Medicines listed for Sinusitis

The one product listed is Augmentin, a tablet combining Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid in three strengths (250 mg + 125 mg, 500 mg + 125 mg and 875 mg + 125 mg). This antibiotic pairing is used for bacterial infections including sinusitis.

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