Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule

As a penicillin antibiotic, Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule 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 medication when used with an antibiotic clarithromycin, it treats stomach ulcers. You should not use it if you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic.

in patients with active duodenal ulcer disease or a 1-year history of duodenal ulcer. The combined use of lansoprazole and Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule is approved for patients unable to take clarithromycin.

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
• Mononucleosis
• History of diarrhoea caused by taking antibiotics
• Any food or drug allergies
• Taking any medicines

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. They are available in liquid form, as chewable tablets and extended-release tablets. Some forms of this medicine 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.

Symptoms of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule overdose include neuromuscular hypersensitivity (agitation, hallucinations, asterixis, encephalopathy, confusion, and seizures) and electrolyte imbalance with potassium or sodium salts, especially in renal failure.

Hemodialysis may be helpful to aid in the removal of the drug from the blood, otherwise most treatment is supportive or symptom directed.

Take entire prescription, even if you are feeling better. Take at equal intervals around-the-clock; may be taken with milk, juice, or food. If condition being treated worsens or does not improve by the time prescription is completed.

• Bacterial Infections

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Throat Infection

• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

• Typhoid Fever

• Stomach Ulcers

• Dental Abscess

• Endocarditis

• Allergy

  Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule is not recommended if a patient is highly allergic to amoxicillin or other antibiotics of Penicillins and Cephalosporins groups.

• Fever

• Urticaria

• Rash

• Allergic Reaction

• Seizures

• Anxiety

• Confusion

• Depression

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Thrombocytopenia

• Jaundice

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours after onset of action.

• 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.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Depending on the severity of the renal impairment, dosage of the medicine should be modified. Dosing interval in renal impairment:

  • Clcr 10-50 mL/minute: Administer every 12 hours.
  • Clcr <10 mL/minute: Administer every 24 hours.
  • Dialysis: Moderately dialyzable (20% to 50%) by hemo- or peritoneal dialysis; approximately 50 mg of amoxicillin per liter of filtrate is removed by continuous arteriovenous or venovenous hemofiltration (CAVH); dose as per Clcr <10 mL/minute guidelines.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Alcohol can be taken with Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule, as no significant harmful side effects are observed.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is found that this medication may affect the patient alertness due to the side effects which it may cause, thus suggested to avoid driving if taking this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Womox 500 MG Capsule

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Roscillin Amx 500 MG Capsule

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Mox 500 MG Capsule

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Amoxil 500 MG Capsule

  Zydus Cadila

• Amurol 500 MG Capsule

  Alembic Ltd

• 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. Symptoms of an overdosage include convulsions, change in behaviour or a severe skin rash.

Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule is a 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

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

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Urine Sugar Test

  • Urine Sugar Test: Usage of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule should be reported prior to performing the test. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in such cases.
  • May interfere with urinary glucose tests using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®); may inactivate aminoglycosides in vitro.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Doxycycline

  Usage of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule with Doxycycline should be avoided and usage of other antibiotics should be reported to the doctor.

  Methotrexate

  Usage of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule with Methotrexate or other chemotherapy medicines should be reported to the doctor. The levels of Methotrexate in the body along with symptoms of toxicity should be closely monitored while both these medicines are taken.

  Warfarin

  Usage of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule with Warfarin should be reported to the doctor. The clotting time should be monitored promptly. Symptoms like increased bleeding, swelling, dizziness and weakness should be reported immediately.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  Usage of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule with Ethinyl Estradiol decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills, which might result in unplanned pregnancies.

  Others

  • Decreased effect: Efficacy of oral contraceptives may be reduced.
  • Increased effect: Disulfiram, probenecid may increase amoxicillin levels.
  • Increased toxicity: Allopurinol theoretically has an additive potential for amoxicillin rash.

• Interaction with Disease

  Mononucleosis

  The condition should be reported to the doctor before taking Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule so that proper substitute can be prescribed.

  Colitis

  Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule should be discontinued if severe diarrhea occurs. Patients having a history of Colitis should be monitored closely.

  Renal Diseases

  Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule should be given after making adjustments in the dosage. The kidney function should be periodically monitored especially if the dosage is for a longer period of time. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made if a patient is on hemodialysis.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : This medication is a penicillin antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell walls in bacteria and stops them from growing. This medicine performs its action by killing bacteria and preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

• Ques : What are the uses of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Ear Infection (Otitis Media), Nose Infection (Sinusitis), Lower Respiratory Tract Infection, Skin Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea and associated infections, and Stomach Ulcers. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Dental Abscess, Endocarditis, Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, and Typhoid fever.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Side effects of this drug are Hypersensitivity, Diarrhea, Fever, Joint pain, Skin yellowing, Easy bruising and bleeding, Heavy menstrual bleeding, Tooth discolouration, Nausea or vomiting, Altered sense of taste, and Convulsions.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  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.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule 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 Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : Can Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule cause an allergic reaction?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule usually does not cause an allergic reaction, however, patients who have a known allergy to penicillins should avoid taking this drug. In case you suffer from an allergic reaction, take medical help as soon as possible.

• Ques : Can the use of Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule cause diarrhoea?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule can lead to diarrhoea in some patients. This is because this medicine is an antibiotic and may kill the helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine.

• Ques : Can I stop taking Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?

  Ans : You must not stop taking this drug if you start feeling better. It is important to complete the course of treatment. If you stop taking it without informing your doctor, then the infection can recur.

• Ques : How long does Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule take to work?

  Ans : This drug takes about 2-3 days to make you feel better. However, it may vary from one person to another.

• Ques : Is Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule safe?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule is usually considered safe if taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider.

• Ques : Does Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule cause drowsiness?

  Ans : Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule does not cause drowsiness. If you feel drowsy after taking this drug, then please talk to your doctor.

• Ques : What if I don't get better after using Amoxycillin 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Talk to your doctor and inform him if you are not feeling better even after completing the course of treatment of this drug.