Amoxycillin 250mg Dispersible Tablets

Amoxycillin 250mg Dispersible Tablets

Amoxycillin is a category of anti-bacterial or antibiotics called penicillin. Amoxycillin is employed to prevent and treat various bacterial infections such as chest infections (pneumonia, bronchitis), ear/nose/throat (ENT) infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, leg ulcers, gum ulcers, dental infections, and pressure sores. Apart from this, it is also employed with other antibiotics such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcers due to the H. pylori bacteria.

Amoxycillin has Amoxycillin, which destroys the bacterial cell by inhibiting the chemical (mucopeptides) from the outer layer (cell wall) of the bacteria. Subsequently, Amoxycillin makes the cell wall of the bacterial cell weak and destroys it. It is a broad spectrum of antibiotics that assists in combating various bacteria. 

Benefits:

• Amoxycillin is a wide-spectrum antibiotic that assists in curing several bacterial infections, such as ear, nose, or throat (ENT) infections, skin infections, genitourinary tract infections, and lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria.
• Amoxycillin acts on gram-positive bacteria (S. pneumoniae) and gram-negative bacteria (E. coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoea).
• Amoxycillin also assists in treating stomach ulcers created by the H pylori bacteria.
• It aids in the alleviation of duodenal ulcer symptoms. Amoxycillin may be safely prescribed and well tolerated by adults, children, expectant mothers, and lactating mothers.

Uses:

• Amoxycillin is commonly employed to treat several bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and ear infections.
• Amoxycillin successfully cures skin infections caused by susceptible bacteria, decreasing inflammation and healing quickly.
• Amoxycillin is administered to treat UTIs by eliminating the causative bacteria.
• Amoxycillin may be included in a complete treatment regimen to eradicate Helicobacter pylori, an organism linked with stomach ulcers.

Directions to Use:

• Read all the instructions carefully before consuming this drug.
• Take this drug under the supervision of your health expert.
• Swallow the whole tablet with water.
• Do not chew or divide this drug.
• Take this drug in the appropriate dosage as instructed by your physician.

Storage:

Store this medication in a cool and dry area. Do not keep this medication out of children’s and pets’ reach. Do not expose this medication in front of sunlight.

Dosage:

Use this drug at the correct dose and at the same time of day daily as advised by your doctor. Do not consume a high dose of this drug; otherwise, it will become dangerous for your body.

Side Effect:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Skin rash

Precautions:

• Amoxycillin is employed in the treatment of bacterial infections.
• Complete the course, even if you feel your symptoms are improving. Stopping it prematurely will cause the infection to recur and be more difficult to treat.
• Diarrhea is when it occurs as a side effect. The addition of probiotics with Amoxycillin might prevent it. Discuss with your doctor if you experience bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
• Stop using this medicine and tell your doctor at once if you have an itchy rash, facial, throat, or tongue swelling, or if you experience difficulty in breathing while using it.
• Amoxycillin is prescribed to treat bacterial infections.
• Complete the full course even when you begin to feel better. Stopping earlier can make the infection return and more difficult to cure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. Can Amoxycillin trigger an allergic reaction?

Though rare but yes, Amoxycillin is capable of causing allergic reactions and is unsafe in individuals with a known allergy to penicillins. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Q. Can the administration of Amoxycillin trigger diarrhea?

Yes, Amoxycillin can be a cause of diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the bad bacteria, but it also kills the good bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to diarrhea. If the diarrhea is not going away, discuss it with your doctor.