Almox C Tablet
About Almox C Tablet
As a combination of two penicillin antibiotic, Almox C Tablet treats bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell walls in bacteria and stops it from growing. This is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract.
It also treats conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, and gonorrhoea. This combination is made to overcome the resistance occur to any active constituent. You should not use it if you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic.
This medication can make birth control pills less effective, so ask your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control to prevent pregnancy during the treatment. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
To make sure this medication is safe for you, inform your doctor:
- if you have asthma, liver or kidney disease
- if you have mononucleosis, a history of diarrhoea caused by taking antibiotics, or food or drug allergies
- If you are already taking any medicines
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medication may be taken with or without food. Dosage is as per doctor’s prescription and it varies according to age, medical condition and severity of the condition.
What are the uses of Almox C Tablet
Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Throat Infection
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
Skin Infection
Gonorrhea And Associated Infections
Typhoid Fever
Stomach Ulcers
Dental Abscess
Bacterial Infections
What are the contraindications of Almox C Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Almox C Tablet ?
Skin Yellowing
Easy Bruising And Bleeding
Nausea Or Vomiting
Altered Sense Of Taste
Convulsions
Key highlights of Almox C Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. But the evidence is inadequate and it should be used only when necessary after consulting a doctor.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies have been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding. Any incidence of rashes on skin or diarrhea in the infant should be reported. It is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Almox C Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Almox C Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Fuziclox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Caplet India Pvt Ltd
- Moclox Kid Tablet
Kopran Ltd
- Lariclox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Litaka Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Nataclox Kid Tablet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- P Mox Kid Tablet
Lark Laboratories Ltd
- Keeclox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
SKN Organics
- Staphymox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Leben Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Redclox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- Emlox Kid 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- Mucomox 125 Mg/125 Mg Tablet
Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
One should contact the doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication is a combination of Amoxycillin and Cloxacillin. Both the active constituent belongs to the class of Penicillin antibiotic and inhibits the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result, the bacterium is not able to build cell walls and is killed. Also, when it is used against the beta-lactamase of staphylococci, the large R chain does not let the beta-lactamases to bind.
What are the interactions of Almox C Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Urine Sugar Test
Usage of Almox C Tablet should be reported prior to performing the test. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in such cases.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Almox C Tablet
Ques : What is Almox C Tablet?
Ans : This medication is a combination of Amoxycillin and Cloxacillin. Both belong to penicillin antibiotic and prescribed treats bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell walls in bacteria and stops them from growing.
Ques : How long do I need to use Almox C Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Almox C Tablet?
Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.
Ques : Should I use Almox C Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Almox C Tablet?
Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
References
Amoxicillin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/amoxycillin
Cloxacillin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cloxacillin
New Drugs Approved by CDSCO, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation, Government of India [Internet]. cdscoonline.gov.in [Cited 23 January 2020]. Available from:
https://cdscoonline.gov.in/CDSCO/Drugs
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