Amoxycillin / Amoxicillin

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Amoxycillin is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections like infection of the lungs, airways, tonsils and throat, skin and urinary tract infections. It contains amoxicillin as an active ingredient. It stops the growth and multiplication of bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the airway, lungs, skin, tonsils, throat and urinary tract. It is also used for the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea and for reducing the risk of an ulcer due to a bacterium called H. pylori. Amoxycillin or other antibiotics should not be used when it is uncertain whether the infection is caused by bacteria; unnecessary use of antibiotics can render the treatment ineffective. Complete the course as prescribed by your doctor, as failure to do so may lead to relapse or a return of the infection.

Uses

Amoxycillin is used to treat bacterial infections of the airway, lungs, skin, tonsils, throat and urinary tract.
It used for the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea and for reducing the risk of an ulcer due to a bacteria called H. pylori.

Contraindications

When should one not use Amoxycillin / Amoxicillin

If you are allergic to amoxicillin.
Having a history of allergic reactions to penicillins or cephalosporins. If you are unsure which medicines are, ask your doctor.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Skin rash
Skin itching

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the use of the Amoxycillin during pregnancy. You can use the medicine in pregnancy only if prescribed by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Amoxycillin passes into breast milk. Hence, you should be cautious and breastfeeding should be discontinued if side effects such as thrush, fungal infection of the mouth are observed in the breastfed infant.

Driving

There is limited information available on the effect of the medicine on the driving ability of an individual. You may experience dizziness that may influence the ability to drive or operate machines. Hence, avoid driving or operating machine when on treatment with Amoxycillin.

Alcohol

No known interactions with alcohol. Discuss with the doctor if you drink alcohol too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You may experience allergic symptoms after taking the medicine.
If you have kidney disease then dose adjustments are required.
People with kidney problems may experience fits or seizures.
You are unable to urinate or may have difficulty urinating.
You may have glandular fever, you may experience symptoms like fever, extreme tiredness, sore throat and swollen glands.
You may experience watery or bloody diarrhoea, fever, even if this occurs days after stopping the medicine, immediately consult a doctor.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Amoxycillin blocks the action of an enzyme responsible for cell wall formation in bacteria, thereby stopping the growth and multiplication of bacteria responsible for the infection.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Amoxycillin works, or the medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor of medicines, supplements, or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
Especially taking other anti-infective medicines, medicine for the treatment of gout and oral contraceptives.

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose of Amoxycillin includes nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting. In case of an overdose, contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your dose of antibiotics as it may lead to treatment failure and relapse of the infection. If you miss a dose of Amoxycillin, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the medicine schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Amoxycillin can be taken by a pregnant woman if prescribed by a doctor. Avoid self-medicating, especially during pregnancy since there is limited safety information available about the use of the medicine during pregnancy. Consult the doctor before taking medicine.

Amoxycillin is an antibiotic used for treating infections of the lungs, throat, airways, ears, tonsils, urinary tract, certain reproductive tract infection (gonorrhoea) and to reduce the risk of recurrence of an ulcer due to a bacteria, H. pylori.

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