Hectamox 250 mg (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 3.60 (100's pack: ৳ 360.00)

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Amoxicillin trihydrate
Company	Millat pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Hectamox 500 mg capsule Hectamox 125 mg suspension Hectamox ds 250 mg suspension Hectamox 125 mg pediatric drop

Indications

Ear, nose and throat infections
Lower respiratory tract infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Genito-urinary tract infections
Venereal disease treatment
Dental abscess treatment
Combination therapy for H. pylori infection
Duodenal ulcer disease treatment

Pharmacology

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum penicillin effective against a wide range of bacteria. It inhibits the biosynthesis of cell walls, is stable in the presence of gastric acid, and is rapidly absorbed after oral administration.

Dosage

Adult dosage: 250 mg three times daily, increasing up to 500 mg three times daily for severe infections
Children dosage: 125 mg three times daily, increasing up to 250 mg three times daily for severe infections
Recommended doses for specific infections such as severe or recurrent purulent respiratory infection, otitis media, pneumonia, dental abscess, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhea
Reduced dosage in renal impairment

Administration

Reconstituted suspension can be administered by adding it to milk, fruit juice, or water, and should be taken immediately.

Interaction

Concurrent use with Probenecid may increase and prolong blood levels of Amoxicillin
May affect gut flora, leading to lower estrogen reabsorption

Contraindications

Amoxicillin is contraindicated in penicillin-hypersensitive patients

Side Effects

Diarrhea
Indigestion
Rash
Rarely reported pseudo-membranous colitis

Pregnancy & Lactation

Category B drug; caution during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

Possible superinfections with mycotic or bacterial pathogens should be kept in mind during therapy

Therapeutic Class

Broad-spectrum penicillins

Reconstitution

Specific reconstitution instructions for Amoxicillin 500 mg Injection

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, and out of the reach of children