Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup
About Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is a penicillin which is used to cure bacterial infections. This medicine stops bacteria from growing as it interacts with its cell wall. Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup treats infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and the urinary tract. It cures conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis and gonorrhoea. When this medicine is used with an antibiotic clarithromycin, it helps in treating stomach ulcers.
If you are allergic to any penicillin based antibiotic, make sure you may not use amoxicillin. During the treatment, ask your doctor about using non hormonal birth to prevent pregnancy as Amoxicillin makes birth control pills pills less effective.
Many drugs interact with amoxicillin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Discuss with your doctor about each medicine you use.
Megamox 125 MG Dry should be taken exactly prescribed by your doctor. They are available in liquid form, as chewable tablets and as extended-release tablets. You may take it with or without food.
What are the uses of Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup
Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is an effective medicine to cure middle ear infections triggered due to Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Infections in the nasal chamber and nose, caused by streptococci and staphylococci strains of bacteria are treated by Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup.
Throat Infection
Airways leading to lungs and infections in the throat namely Tonsillitis and Pharyngitis, caused by streptococci strains of bacteria, its treatment is done by Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup .
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
infection in the airways leading to the lungs or it can be others caused by staphylococci strains of bacteria, Streptococci, acute bronchitis, and pneumonia. Use Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup for treatment.
Skin Infection
Skin infections and structure of skin caused by Streptococci and staphylococci strains of bacteria, treatment is done by Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup .
For treatment of infections like a urinary tube, bladder (cystitis) and kidneys ((Pyelonephritis)) Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is used.
Gonorrhea And Associated Infections
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of Gonorrhea and associated infections in the urinary tube and the region around the reproductive organs in both male and female.
Typhoid Fever
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is used for the treatment of typhoid and paratyphoid fever.
Stomach Ulcers
Normally used in combination with other medicines, Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is used for the treatment of stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori.
Dental Abscess
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup helps in treating infections of gums and stops it from forming pus around the roots of the tooth.
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is used in the prevention of condition where the inner wall the heart gets swollen.
What are the contraindications of Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup ?
Patient who is high allergic to amoxicillin or other antibiotics of Penicillins and Cephalosporins groups should not use Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup .
What are the side effects of Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup ?
Hypersensitivity
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause allergic reactions characterized by rashes on the skin, swelling of face, tongue or throat and difficulty in breathing.
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause loose stools along with or without the presence of blood.
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause fever along with flu like symptoms including swollen glands; difficulty in breathing; painful joints and difficulty in swallowing food.
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause painful and swollen joints and bones causing discomfort especially in the lower back area.
Skin Yellowing
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause jaundice like symptoms viz. yellow skin and eye, dark colored urine, fever, weakness and confusion.
Easy Bruising And Bleeding
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause anemia like effect resulting in unusual bleeding and formation of red patches under the skin.
Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause increased menstrual bleeding.
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause yellowing of teeth especially in paediatric patients.
Nausea Or Vomiting
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause nausea or vomiting and discomfort in the stomach (painful cramps, loss of appetite etc.)
Altered Sense Of Taste
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause blackening of tongue and altered sense of taste i.e bad aftertaste or change in taste altogether.
Convulsions
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup can cause symptoms like agitation, lack of sleep, confusion and convulsions.
Key highlights of Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration of effectiveness of the medicine is subject to vary depending on the form and route of administration.
What is the onset of action?
The top effect of the medicine can be evaluated within 30 to 60 minutes of administration. The effect of it may vary from person to person.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
It should not be used during pregnancy unless extremely necessary. The benefits of it, however, outweigh the risks. Doctor consultation is recommended before consumption of this medicine.
Is it habit forming?
It does not contain habit-forming tendencies.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine should be ignored while breastfeeding. In case the medicine consumption becomes highly necessary, the patient should stop breastfeeding. Doctor consultation is mandatory before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Amoxil 125 MG Dry Syrup
Zydus Cadila
- Mymox 125 MG Dry Syrup
Unichem Laboratories Ltd
- Moxikem 125 MG Dry Syrup
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Lupimox 125 MG Dry Syrup
Lupin Ltd
- Warcilin 125 MG Dry Syrup
Pfizer Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. A dose should be skipped if the time of the second scheduled dose is near. This procedure is followed in conditions like Pulmonary Hypertension where the dose regimen is fixed.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected. Immediate medical attention may be needed in such situation.
How does this medication work?
Megamox 125 MG Dry Syrup is a penicillin antibiotic which helps in preventing the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result, the bacterium is unable to build cell walls and dies.
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