Amoxycillin trihydrate capsule uses

Indications and Usage for Amoxicillin Capsules Adults and Pediatric Patients • Upper Respiratory Tract Infections of the Ear, Nose, and Throat: Amoxicillin Capsules are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase–negative) isolates of Streptococcus species. (α- and β-hemolytic isolates only), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus spp., or Haemophilus influenzae. • Infections of the Genitourinary Tract: Amoxicillin Capsules are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase–negative) isolates of Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, or Enterococcus faecalis. • Infections of the Skin and Skin Structure: Amoxicillin Capsules are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase–negative) isolates of Streptococcus spp. (α- and β-hemolytic isolates only), Staphylococcus spp., or E. coli. • Infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract: Amoxicillin Capsules are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase–negative) isolates of Streptococcus spp. (α- and β-hemolytic isolates only), S. pneumoniae, Staphylococcus spp., or H. influenzae. Adult Patients only • Helicobacter pylori Infection and Duodenal Ulcer Disease: Triple therapy for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) with clarithromycin and lansoprazole : Amoxicillin Capsules in combination with clarithromycin plus lansoprazole as triple therapy, is indicated for the treatment of patients with H. pylori infectio...

Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Generic name: amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium [ am-OK-i-SIL-in-KLAV-ue-LAN-ate-poe-TAS-ee-um] Brand names: Drug class: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium? Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as Warnings You should not use amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium if you have severe kidney disease, if you have had liver problems or jaundice while taking this medicine previously, or if you are allergic to any penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotic, such as Amoxil, Ceftin, Cefzil, Levaquin, Moxatag, Omnicef, and others. If you switch from one tablet form to another (regular, chewable, or extended-release tablet), take only the new tablet form and strength prescribed for you. Amoxicillin and clavulanate may not be as effective or could be harmful if you do not use the exact tablet form your doctor has prescribed. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormone method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Related/similar drugs Before taking this medicine You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to a...

Usual Adult Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Usual Pediatric Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • • • Additional dosage information: • • • • • Usual Adult Dose for Bacterial Endocarditis Prophylaxis American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations: • Immediate-release: 2 g orally as a single dose 30 to 60 minutes prior to procedure Comments: • Prophylaxis should be used for patients at high risk of adverse outcomes from endocarditis with underlying cardiac conditions who undergo any dental procedure that involves manipulation of gingival tissue or periapical region of a tooth and for those procedures that perforate oral mucosa. • Prophylaxis should also be used for patients at high risk of adverse outcomes from endocarditis who undergo invasive respiratory tract procedures. • Current guidelines should be consulted for additional information. Usual Adult Dose for Chlamydia Infection US CDC recommendations: 500 mg orally 3 times a day for 7 days in pregnant patients as an alternative to azithromycin Comments: • Women less than 25 years and those at an increased risk for chlamydia should be re-screened during the third trimester of pregnancy to prevent maternal postnatal complications and chlamydial infection in the infant. • Current guidelines should be consulted for additional information. Usual Adult Dose for Helicobacter pylori Infection Immediate-release: • Dual Therapy: 1 g orally every 8 hours for 14 days in combination with lansoprazole • Triple Therapy: 1 g orally ev...

• Amoxicillin is an • Amoxicillin oral tablet comes as immediate-release (IR) or chewable tablets. The chewable tablet and IR tablet are only available as generic drugs. • Amoxicillin also comes as a capsule and a suspension. All forms are taken by mouth. (This article focuses on the oral tablet forms only.) Amoxicillin oral tablet does not cause drowsiness, but it can cause other More common side effects The more common side effects of amoxicillin oral tablet can include: • • vomiting • • rash • If these side effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Serious side effects Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects. Call 911 if your symptoms feel life-threatening or if you think you’re having a medical emergency. Serious side effects and their symptoms can include the following: • Hypersensitivity reactions. Symptoms can include: • • a painful red or purple rash that spreads • blisters that could cause the skin to break down and cause open sores • • increased liver enzymes shown on a blood test • pain in the abdomen (stomach area) • yellowing of the skin and eyes • • Serious skin reaction.* This side effect is rare. Symptoms may include: • • a skin rash and discoloration • • itchiness * Serious skin reactions were not reported in clinical trials of amoxicillin. However, they have been reported since the drug was approved. Disclaimer: Our goal is t...

Description and Brand Names Drug information provided by: US Brand Name • Amoxicot • Amoxil • DisperMox • Moxatag • Moxilin • Trimox Canadian Brand Name • Amoxil Pediatric • Apo-Amoxi • Apo-Amoxi Sugar-Free • Gen-Amoxicillin • Med Amoxicillin • Novamoxin • Novamoxin Reduced Sugar • Nu-Amoxi • Riva-Amoxicillin • Scheinpharm Amoxicillin • Zimamox Descriptions Amoxicillin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also used with other medicines (e.g., clarithromycin, lansoprazole) to treat H. pylori infection and duodenal ulcers. Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medicines known as penicillin antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria and preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: • Tablet • Powder for Suspension • Tablet, Chewable • Tablet, Extended Release • Capsule

If you have a Read on to learn more about amoxicillin’s uses, side effects, dosage, and other important information about the drug. Amoxicillin basics Amoxicillin is an oral antibiotic that comes in following forms: • capsule that you swallow • tablet that you swallow • chewable tablet • powder that’s mixed with water to make a liquid suspension (a kind of liquid mixture) that you swallow Amoxicillin brand-name versions Amoxicillin is a generic drug, which means it’s an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. The brand-name medication that amoxicillin is based on was called Amoxil. But this brand-name drug is no longer available. Generic drugs are thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name drug they’re based on. In general, generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. If you’d like to know more about generic drugs, talk with your doctor. And explore this Like most drugs, amoxicillin may cause mild or serious side effects. The lists below describe some of the more common side effects that amoxicillin may cause. These lists don’t include all possible side effects. Keep in mind that side effects of a drug can depend on: • your age • other health conditions you have • other medications you take Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you more about the potential side effects of amoxicillin. They can also suggest ways to help reduce side effects. Mild side effects Here’s a short list of some of the mild side effects that amoxicillin can cause. To le...

What is this medication? AMOXICILLIN (a mox i SIL in) treats infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called penicillin antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Amoxil, Moxilin, Sumox, Trimox What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • Kidney disease • An unusual or allergic reaction to amoxicillin, other penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant • Breast-feeding How should I use this medication? Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on your prescription label. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Take your medication at regular intervals. Do not take your medication more often than directed. Take all of your medication as directed even if you think you are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medication early. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do n...