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Amoxicillin
Active Ingredients:
- Amoxicillin
How does Amoxicillin work?
Amoxicillin is a half synthetic penicillin antibiotic with a broad spectrum of action. The medication disturbs the synthesis of peptidoglycan (polymer consisting of sugars and amino acids that forms cell wall). By blocking the synthesis of peptidoglycan the medication increases the permeability of the bacterial cell wall causing lysis of the microorganisms. The medication is active against aerobic gram-positive microorganisms. Amoxicillin does not act bacteria which produce penicillinase.
When Amoxicillin is prescribed?
Amoxicillin is prescribed for the treatment of infectious diseases caused by susceptible bacteria:
- Infections of the respiratory system
- ENT infections
- Urogenital infections
- Gynecological infections
- Digestive system infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Leptospirosis
- Lyme disease
- Listeriosis
- Dysentery
- Salmonellosis
- Meningitis
- Endocarditis
- Sepsis
Before taking Amoxicillin
You should not take Amoxicillin if any of these conditions apply to you:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients or other beta-lactam antibiotics
- Infectious mononucleosis
- Severe liver diseases
Amoxicillin should be used with caution in the following conditions:
- Allergic reactions in anamnesis
- Gastrointestinal diseases
- Kidney failure
Application during pregnancy and breastfeeding:
The medication should not be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How Amoxicillin is taken?
You should take Amoxicillin exactly as indicated by your physician. Do not exceed recommended dosages. Follow the directions of your prescription. There is no standard dose for Amoxicillin, because the dosage is determined in dependence of the severity of the disease and sensitivity of the microorganisms. Tablets should be taken whole with sufficient amount of water. Do not chew or crash the tablets.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
You should take the medication as soon as possible. If its already time to your next dose, you should skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.
What should I do if I overdose?
Seek immediate medical attention if you have taken Amoxicillin dosage much higher than recommended. The symptoms of overdose include: neurotoxic reactions, thrombocytopenia
Which Amoxicillin side effect are possible while the treatment?
As with any drug, there are some side effects while may occur while taking Amoxicillin. However, not everyone who takes Amoxicillin will experience side effects. In fact, most patients taking Amoxicillin tolerate it well. During clinical trials there were reported the following Amoxicillin side effects:
Watery or bloody diarrhea
- Signs of liver dysfunction, such as yellow eyes or skin (jaundice),
- Upper right abdominal pain
- Dark urine
- Vaginal candidiasis
- Seizures
- Anxiety
- Agitation
- Allergic reaction
This is not a complete list of Amoxicillin side effects. When side effects do occur make sure to inform your health care provider.
Which other medicines can interact with Amoxicillin?
- NSAID's
- Gout treatment medicines
- Other antibiotics
- Blood thinners (warfarin)
- Laxatives
- Antacids
- Typhoid vaccine
- Birth control pills
- Glucosamines
- H2 histamine receptors blockers
Make sure to inform your health care provide about prescription and over-the-counter medication, herbal supplements, and other medical preparations you are currently taking. Do not begin a new medication without letting your doctor know.
How Amoxicillin should be stored?
Amoxicillin tablets should be stored at room temperature (18-25°C). Protect from light. Do not store in the bathroom.
Additional information
You should not share this medicine with others. Do not take Amoxicillin on your own initiative without your doctors approval. Keep the drug as well as any other disposable material out of the reach of children.
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