- Manufacturer : PCI Pharmaceuticals
- Composition : Amoxicillin 250mg
- Generally Prescribed For : Infections Caused by Susceptible Organisms (Ear | Nose | Throat | GU Tract | Skin | Soft-Tissue)
- Estimated Price : ₹12.50 For 10 Capsules Strip
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Uses of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
Amoxipen 250mg Capsule is used for the treatment or prevention of the following disease(s):
Infections Caused by Susceptible Organisms (Ear, Nose, Throat, GU Tract, Skin, Soft-Tissue)
Side effects of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
The most common side effects of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule are – Allergic Reaction, Anaphylaxis, Fever, Rash, Jaundice, Hepatic Dysfunction, Nausea, Vomiting
These side effects can usually occur in patients. However, these are only indicative and not all patients will experience them.
Precautions while using Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
Do not use Amoxipen 250mg Capsule if you are allergic to – Amoxicillin
If you have heart disease, liver or kidney disease, drug or alcohol addiction, consult your doctor before using Amoxipen 250mg Capsule.
If you are allergic to any medicine or food, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Use this medicine under the supervision of your doctor.
To avoid an adverse reaction, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines.
How Amoxipen 250mg Capsule works
Amoxipen 250mg Capsule contains – Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin kills bacteria by binding to and inactivating penicillin-binding proteins on the inner bacterial cell wall, weakening the bacterial cell wall and causing lysis.
Dosage of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
The dosage of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule depends on many factors such as the patient age, health, medical condition or history of the patient and many other conditions.
Please use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Overdose of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
If you forget to take a dose of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule, do not take two doses at the same time, there is a risk of overdose.
If you notice any unusual reaction in your body after taking this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or call your local medical emergency number.
Overdose symptoms – Shortness of breath, skin rash, confusion, behavior change.
Onset of Action Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
It takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour to show the effect of the medicine.
Duration of Action Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
Effect of medication lasts for an average of 8 to 12 hours.
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
Not found any harmful side effects with Alcohol consumption.
Pregnancy
It is safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. However; consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breastfeeding
This medicine is probably safe for breastfeeding women. However; Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Driving
Not safe during driving; you may feel dizzy and convulsions after taking this medicine.
Kidney
This medicine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. However; Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Liver
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Amoxipen 250mg Capsule
Q.1) Can I buy Amoxipen 250mg Capsule without a prescription? Ans. No, you need a valid prescription to buy Amoxipen 250mg Capsule. Q.2) What are the usages of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule? Ans. Amoxipen 250mg Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections (Ear, Nose, Throat, GU Tract, Skin, Soft-Tissue) Q.3) How to use Amoxipen 250mg Capsule? Ans. It is usually taken twice or thrice a day (every 12 or 8 hours) with or without food. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Q.4) How does Amoxipen 250mg Capsule work? Ans. Amoxipen 250mg Capsule contains Amoxicillin. Amoxicillin kills bacteria by binding to and inactivating penicillin-binding proteins on the inner bacterial cell wall; weakening the bacterial cell wall and causing lysis. Q.5) Is Amoxipen 250mg Capsule safe to use? Ans. It is safe to use Amoxipen 250mg Capsule if you are not allergic to antibiotics and Amoxicillin. To avoid an adverse reaction, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines. Q.6) What are the side effects of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule? Ans. The common side effects of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule are Allergic Reaction, Anaphylaxis, Fever, Rash, Jaundice, Hepatic Dysfunction, Nausea, Vomiting. Q.7) Is Amoxipen 250mg Capsule banned in India? Ans. Amoxipen 250mg Capsule is not banned in India, but you need a valid prescription to buy this medicine. Q.8) Can I consume alcohol while taking Amoxipen 250mg Capsule? Ans. Please avoid drinking alcohol while taking Amoxipen 250mg Capsule. Heavy drinking alcohol may increase the risk of side effects. Q.9) How long does the effect of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule last? Ans. Effect of Amoxipen 250mg Capsule lasts for an average of 8-12 hours.
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Interaction
Drug :- allopurinol: Increased risk of rash.
chloramphenicol, erythromycins, sulfonamides, tetracyclines: Reduced bactericidal effect of amoxicillin.
methotrexate: Increased risk of methotrexate toxicity.
oral contraceptives with estrogen: Possibly reduced effectiveness of contraceptive.
probenecid: Increased amoxicillin effects.
About Reviewer
Dr. Swaroop Y Choudhari is an MBBS, MD in General Medicine. The doctor holds an experience of 8 years, and has extensive knowledge in his respective field of medicine.
About Author
Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 11 months experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Zotezo.
