Xtramox 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 46.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amoxicillin trihydrate |
| Company | Bengal drugs ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Xtramox 250mg Capsule
- Amoxicillin Antibiotic Medicine
Categories
- Antibiotics
- Medication
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Broad spectrum penicillin for treatment of various infections caused by susceptible microorganisms
Indications
- Ear, nose, and throat infections
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Genito-urinary tract infections
- Venereal disease
- Dental abscess
- H. pylori infection and duodenal ulcer disease
Pharmacology
- Broad spectrum activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
- Inhibition of cell wall biosynthesis
- Stability in gastric acid
- Rapid oral absorption
- Widely distributed in body tissues and fluids
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 250mg-500mg three times daily
- Children dosage: 125mg-250mg three times daily
- Special dosage for specific infections like otitis media, pneumonia, dental abscess, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhea
- Dosage adjustment in renal impairment
Administration
- Can be administered with milk, fruit juice, or water after reconstitution
Interaction
- Potential interaction with Probenecid leading to increased and prolonged blood levels
- Impact on gut flora affecting estrogen reabsorption and efficacy of combined oral contraceptives
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Mild and transient side effects like diarrhea, indigestion, rash
- Rare occurrence of pseudo-membranous colitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- Caution in lactating mothers due to excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of superinfections with mycotic or bacterial pathogens
- Appropriate therapy for superinfections if they occur
Therapeutic Class
- Broad spectrum penicillins
Reconstitution
- Specific instructions for intramuscular and intravenous reconstitution of Amoxycillin 500 mg Injection
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children