Moxapen 250 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.50 (100's pack: ৳ 350.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amoxicillin trihydrate |
| Company | Nipa pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Ear, nose, and throat infections
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Genito-urinary tract infections
- Venereal disease
- Dental abscess treatment
- H. pylori infection treatment for duodenal ulcer disease
Pharmacology
- Broad spectrum penicillin
- Inhibition of cell wall biosynthesis
- Stable in the presence of gastric acid
- Rapid oral absorption
- Widely distributed in body tissues and fluids
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 250-500 mg three times daily
- Children dosage: 125-250 mg three times daily
- Specific dosages for respiratory infections, otitis media, pneumonia, dental abscess, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhea
Administration
- Reconstituted suspension can be administered with milk, fruit juice, or water
Interaction
- Concurrent use of Moxapen and Probenecid
- Impact on gut flora and estrogen reabsorption
Contraindications
- Penicillin hypersensitivity
Side Effects
- Mild and transient side effects
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Rash
- Rarely pseudo-membranous colitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- FDA pregnancy category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Possibility of superinfections
- Discontinuation and appropriate therapy for superinfections
Therapeutic Class
- Broad spectrum penicillins
Reconstitution
- Intramuscular and intravenous reconstitution instructions
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children