Advent DT
Advent DT is a 400/57mg dispersible tablet of amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, an antibiotic pair used for bacterial infections of the chest, ears, sinuses, skin and urinary tract.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400/57mg | 30 tablets | $94.50 | $3.15 |
| 400/57mg | 60 tablets | $157.80 | $2.63 |
| 400/57mg | 90 tablets | $228.60 | $2.54 |
| 400/57mg | 120 tablets | $255.60 | $2.13 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Amoxicillin · Clavulanic Acid
- Route
- Oral
- Form
- Dispersible Tablet
- Strengths
- 400/57mg
Shipped in a discreet, unmarked envelope.
Details
- Conditions
- Bacterial infections
- Therapeutic Class
- Penicillin-type antibiotic
- Pharmacological Class
- Aminopenicillin/Beta-lactamase inhibitor
- Minor Side Effects
- Stomach upset, Nausea
- Moderate Side Effects
- Diarrhoea, Skin rash
- Dosage Forms
- Dispersible Tablet
- Administration Route
- Oral
- Manufacturer
- Cipla Ltd
- Onset Time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage Instructions
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry place.
- Drug Interactions
- Methotrexate, Oral contraceptives
FAQ
Which Advent DT strengths and pack sizes can I order?
Advent DT comes as 400/57mg tablets in packs of 30, 60, 90 or 120. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
What if my Advent DT parcel does not arrive in Hong Kong?
If your Advent DT parcel does not arrive within the delivery window or arrives damaged, it is sent again free. If that is not possible, the order is refunded. Support answers 24/7 in English and Cantonese by live chat, and tracking is on the tracking page.
What is another name for amoxicillin and clavulanic acid?
Advent DT is a branded generic of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, the ingredients in Augmentin. The combination is also sold as Co-amoxiclav. Here, amoxicillin and clavulanic acid can be bought online as Advent DT, and also as generic Augmentin. These are generics, not the original brand.
What does 400/57mg mean on Advent DT?
The first figure is the amoxicillin content and the second is the clavulanic acid: 400mg and 57mg in each tablet. The two are fixed in that ratio rather than dosed separately, and the clavulanic acid is there to protect the amoxicillin, not to attack bacteria on its own.
Can I take Advent DT with food?
Yes, and it is the usual way to take it. Clavulanic acid is taken up better when there is food in your stomach, and eating something also helps if the antibiotic leaves you feeling queasy. Space the doses evenly whether you take them around meals or snacks.
Can I drink alcohol with Advent DT?
Alcohol does not interact with amoxicillin or clavulanic acid, so a drink now and then is not a problem for the medicine itself. If the infection has left you tired, sick or dehydrated, alcohol can make that feel worse, so take it easy until you are back to normal.
Is Advent DT the same as Augmentin?
Both are amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, in the same fixed ratio. The difference is the name on the pack and the form: Advent DT is the dispersible 400/57mg tablet, while Augmentin comes as tablets and as a liquid suspension.
How should I store Advent DT?
Keep the tablets in their foil strip in a cool, dry spot — heat and damp are what spoil them. There is no need to refrigerate. Once a tablet has been mixed into water, drink it straight away rather than keeping it for later.
About Advent DT
What Advent DT treats
Advent DT pairs amoxicillin with clavulanic acid for infections caused by bacteria: chest and lung infections, ear and sinus infections, skin infections and urine infections. Colds and flu are viral, so this medicine will not help them.
This listing is the 400/57mg dispersible tablet, with 400mg of amoxicillin and 57mg of clavulanic acid in each. It is made to be stirred into water and drunk, so there is nothing to swallow whole.
Why amoxicillin comes with a partner
Amoxicillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic that stops bacteria building their cell walls. Many bacteria make an enzyme that cuts amoxicillin apart before it can act. Clavulanic acid kills almost nothing by itself, but it binds to that enzyme and ties it up. Amoxicillin is then left to work, and the pair clears bacteria that plain amoxicillin would miss.
Taking a dispersible tablet
Doses are spaced 8 or 12 hours apart, so two or three a day, and keeping to regular times helps. Have them with food, which also settles the stomach if it feels unsettled. Drop one tablet into a glass of water, wait while it breaks up, stir and drink the lot straight away; a glass that has been left standing is thrown out, so mix each dose fresh. Most people feel better after two or three days. Finish the course regardless, because the bacteria that survive are the ones that return, and they can be harder to clear next time.
Side effects worth knowing
An upset stomach is the usual complaint — loose stools, nausea, sometimes vomiting. Some women get vaginal itching or discharge, and a mild itchy rash can appear too. Blistering or peeling skin, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, wheezing or trouble swallowing or breathing, and stools that turn watery or bloody all need urgent treatment. Liver problems are rare with this combination and show up as yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes.
Other medicines worth knowing about
Allopurinol, used for gout, makes a rash more likely when it is taken alongside amoxicillin. Probenecid, also for gout, slows the body's clearing of amoxicillin. Warfarin and similar blood thinners can behave differently while you are on a course.
Sources
- Amoxicillin: MedlinePlus Drug Information — MedlinePlus / National Library of Medicine
- Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid: MedlinePlus Drug Information — MedlinePlus / U.S. National Library of Medicine