- Manufacturer : Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Composition : Amoxicillin 250mg
- Generally Prescribed For : Infections Caused by Susceptible Organisms (Ear | Nose | Throat | GU Tract | Skin | Soft-Tissue)
- Estimated Price : ₹57.26 For 10 Tablets Strip
table of contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Uses of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
The most common side effects of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
Do not use Elmox 250mg Tablet DT if you are allergic to – Amoxicillin
If you have heart disease, liver or kidney disease, drug or alcohol addiction, consult your doctor before using Elmox 250mg Tablet DT.
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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT works
Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
The dosage of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
If you forget to take a dose of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT, 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
It takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour to show the effect of the medicine.
Duration of Action Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT
Q.1) Can I buy Elmox 250mg Tablet DT without a prescription? Ans. No, you need a valid prescription to buy Elmox 250mg Tablet DT. Q.2) What are the usages of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT? Ans. Elmox 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial infections (Ear, Nose, Throat, GU Tract, Skin, Soft-Tissue) Q.3) How to use Elmox 250mg Tablet DT? 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT work? Ans. Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT safe to use? Ans. It is safe to use Elmox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Elmox 250mg Tablet DT? Ans. The common side effects of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT are Allergic Reaction, Anaphylaxis, Fever, Rash, Jaundice, Hepatic Dysfunction, Nausea, Vomiting. Q.7) Is Elmox 250mg Tablet DT banned in India? Ans. Elmox 250mg Tablet DT is not banned in India, but you need a valid prescription to buy this medicine. Q.8) Can I consume alcohol while taking Elmox 250mg Tablet DT? Ans. Please avoid drinking alcohol while taking Elmox 250mg Tablet DT. Heavy drinking alcohol may increase the risk of side effects. Q.9) How long does the effect of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT last? Ans. Effect of Elmox 250mg Tablet DT lasts for an average of 8-12 hours.
Alternate Brands
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ronemox 250mg Capsule ( Abbott India Ltd. )
₹14.87 10 Capsules Strip Tablets Strip
Almox 250mg Capsule ( Alkem Laboratories Ltd. )
₹21.95 10 Capsules Strip Tablets Strip
Moxica Kid 250mg Tablet ( Indica Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. )
₹16.76 10 Tablets Strip Tablets Strip
Axl 250mg Tablet ( Indoco Remedies Ltd. )
₹34.19 10 Tablets Strip Tablets Strip
Novamox 250mg Capsule ( Cipla Ltd. )
₹33.60 15 Capsules Strip Tablets Strip
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.
