Novamox 500 MG Capsule

As a penicillin antibiotic, Novamox 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.

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. 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.

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 diabetic, drug may cause false tests with Clinitest® urine glucose monitoring; use of glucose oxidase methods (Clinistix®) or serum glucose monitoring is preferable. This drug may interfere with oral contraceptives; an alternate form of birth control should be used.

Symptoms of penicillin 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.

• 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

• Diarrhoea

• Fever

• Joint Pain

• Skin Yellowing

• Easy Bruising And Bleeding

• Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

• Tooth Discoloration

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Altered Sense Of Taste

• Convulsions

• How long is the duration of effect?

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

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There are no proper and well-maintained study done on the pregnant women.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Alcohol can be taken with Amoxycillin, 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.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Depending on the severity of the renal impairment, dosage of the medicine should be modified.

• 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.

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

• Glamoxin 500 MG Capsule

  Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Womox 500 MG Capsule

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Pulmoxyl 500 MG Capsule

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Almox 500 MG Capsule

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Amocin 500 MG Capsule

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• 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.

This 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 Lab Test

  Urine Sugar Test

  High urine concentrations of ampicillin may result in false-positive reactions when testing for the presence of glucose.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Doxycycline : Usage of this medication with Doxycycline should be avoided and usage of other antibiotics should be reported to the doctor.
  • Methotrexate : Usage of this medication 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 this medication 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 this medication with Ethinyl Estradiol decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills, which might result in unplanned pregnancies.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Mononucleosis : The condition should be reported to the doctor before taking this medication so that proper substitute can be prescribed.
  • Colitis : This medication should be discontinued if severe diarrhea occurs. Patients having a history of Colitis should be monitored closely.
  • Renal Diseases : This medication 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.

• Ques : What is Novamox 500 MG Capsule?

  Ans : This is a medication which has Amoxycillin as an active ingredient present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the bacterial infections of lungs, skin and middle ear.

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

  Ans : This capsule is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Otitis media and lower respiratory tract infection.

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

  Ans : The side effects include convulsions, tooth discoloration, nausea, vomiting and joints pain.

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

  Ans : This capsule should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

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

  Ans : Novamox 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 Novamox 500 MG Capsule cause diarrhoea?

  Ans : Novamox 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 Novamox 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 Novamox 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 Novamox 500 MG Capsule safe?

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

• Ques : Does Novamox 500 MG Capsule cause drowsiness?

  Ans : Novamox 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 Novamox 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.

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