Ampoxin 500 Capsule
15 Capsule(s) in StripMRP ₹121.55
₹96.02
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TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Cloxacillin(250.0 Mg)+Ampicillin(250.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Bacterial infection |
| Therapy | Antibiotic |
| Side effects | Diarrheoa, Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash |
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Medical Description
Ampoxin 500 capsule is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, airways, skin, soft tissues, bones, ears, noses, and wounds after surgery caused by various organisms. Ampoxin contains ampicillin and cloxacillin as its active ingredients. It belongs to the 'Penicillin' class of antibiotics.
Ampoxin 500 capsules act by inhibiting growth and killing the bacteria that cause infection. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor for the exact prescribed duration. Do not stop taking the medicine, even if you feel better, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure and the infection might recur.
Before using the Ampoxin 500 capsules, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and provide your detailed medical history.
Megapen capsule, Ampoxin capsule, and Ampilox Ds tablet also contain ampicillin and cloxacillin as their active ingredients.
Uses
- Ampoxin 500 is used to treat bacterial infections of lungs, throat, airways, skin & soft tissue, bone, ear, nose, blood and other bacterial infections.
- It is also used to treat infection of wounds and lungs after surgery.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to ampicillin, cloxacillin or any of the ingredient of Ampoxin 500 capsule.
- If you are allergic to similar antibiotics like Cefixime, Cefpodoxime, Amoxicillin.
- Ampoxin 500 capsule should never be used for eye infections and eye contact should be avoided.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Skin rashes
- Urge to scratch
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a history of allergy to Penicillins.
- You experience serious allergic reactions and skin rashes after taking this medicine.
- You are having watery diarrhoea or severe stomach pain, immediately stop this medicine and consult your doctor.
- You develop other infections while taking this medicine.
- You have existing kidney problems.
- You should not give this medicine to newborn babies suffering from jaundice.
- It is advised to complete the course of antibiotics and not skip any dose even if you feel better.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store in a dry place at or below 25°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children.
Quick Tips
- Ampoxin 500 is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, airways, skin & soft tissue, bone, ear, nose, blood and other bacterial infections.
- Make sure to take the right dosage as prescribed by a doctor. Taking too much of the drug can cause serious side effects.
- Ampoxin can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take it with a meal to avoid stomach upset.
- Do not stop taking medicine, even if you feel better, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure, and the infection might reoccur.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Ampoxin as it can increase the risk of side effects.
- If you experience any unusual symptoms or side effects while taking this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.
- Before using the Ampoxin 500 capsules, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and your detailed medical history.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Sometimes Ampoxin 500 capsule may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how Ampoxin 500 capsule works if taken at the same time.
- Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatments you are taking for any disorder.
- In particular, if you are taking medicines for gout, antibiotics like chloramphenicol, azithromycin, painkillers etc.
- This medicine hampers how the oral contraceptive medication works. Thus, it is advised to use alternative physical contraceptive measures like condoms.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:AMPOXIN
Manufacturer Name:TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Address:Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd Indrad-382721,Mehsana,India, 21-22 Pharmacity. Selaqui, Dehradun Uttarakhand.
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Ampoxin 500mg Strip Of 15 Capsules will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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