Meanings
nounco-amoxiclav (uncountable)
- uncountablemedicineA combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin trihydrate, a beta-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a beta-lactamase inhibitor.
Synonyms: amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, amoxiclav, amox/clav, Augmentin
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin trihydrate, a beta-lactam antibiotic, and potassium clavulanate, a beta-lactamase inhibitor.
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Origin
From co- and a blend of amoxicillin + clavulanate.
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APA
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