What is this medicine?
AMOXICILLIN is a
penicillin antibiotic. It kills or stops the growth of some bacteria. This
medicine is used to treat many kinds of infections. It will not work for colds,
flu, or other viral infections.
What should I tell my
health care providers before I take this medicine?
They need to know if
you have any of these conditions:
- Asthma
- kidney disease
- an unusual or allergic reaction to amoxicillin, other penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this
medicine?
Take this medicine by
mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
You may take this medicine with food or on an empty stomach. Take your medicine
at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Take
all of your medicine as directed even if you think your are better. Do not skip
doses or stop your medicine early.
Talk to your
pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug
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 not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose,
take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only
that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with
this medicine?
- amiloride
- birth control pills
- chloramphenicol
- macrolides
- probenecid
- sulfonamides
- tetracyclines
This list may not
describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of
all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you
use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some
items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I
notice from this medicine?
Side effects that you
should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching
or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
dark urine
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening
of the skin, including inside the mouth
seizures
severe or watery diarrhea
trouble passing urine or change in the
amount of urine
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusually weak or tired
yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that
usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care
professional if they continue or are bothersome):
dizziness
headache
stomach upset
trouble sleeping
This list may not
describe all possible side effects.
What should I watch for
while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or
health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 or 3 days. Take
all of the doses of your medicine as directed. Do not skip doses or stop your
medicine early.
If you are diabetic,
you may get a false positive result for sugar in your urine with certain brands
of urine tests. Check with your doctor.
Do not treat diarrhea
with over-the-counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that
lasts more than 2 days or if the diarrhea is severe and watery.
Where should I keep
this medicine?
Keep out of the reach
of children.
Store between 68 and 77
degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Keep bottle closed tightly. Throw away any
unused medicine after the expiration date.
Veeerapagupathy,
Chothavilai Beach,
Thengamputhoor,
Kanyakumari.
04652-221337
9500946904
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