Hectamox 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 47.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amoxicillin trihydrate |
| Company | Millat pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of various infections
- Ear, nose and throat infections
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Genito-urinary tract infections
- Venereal disease treatment
- Dental abscess therapy
Pharmacology
- Broad spectrum penicillin
- Effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
- Inhibits biosynthesis of cell wall
- Stable in gastric acid
- Rapidly absorbed after oral administration
- Widely distributed in body tissues and fluids
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 250-500 mg three times daily
- Children dosage: 125-250 mg three times daily
- Varied dosage for different infections
Administration
- Suspension can be administered with milk, fruit juice, water
Interaction
- Concurrent use with Probenecid may increase and prolong blood levels
- May affect gut flora and estrogen reabsorption
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Mild and transient side effects
- May include diarrhea, indigestion, rash
- Rare reports of pseudo-membranous colitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- Caution advised during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Superinfection risk with mycotic or bacterial pathogens
Therapeutic Class
- Broad spectrum penicillins
Reconstitution
- Instructions for reconstituting Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children