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Alcimox 500 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia and also used to treat diarrhoea. This medicine contains amoxycillin, which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas.
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About Alcimox 500 Capsule
Alcimox 500 Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis, acne, ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection.
Alcimox 500 Capsule contains Amoxycillin, which kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall).
Not everyone who is taking Alcimox 500 Capsule will get these side effects. Some common side effects of Alcimox 500 Capsule are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. These side effects are temporary and may resolve on their own over time. However, if these side effects persist, don't hesitate to contact your doctor.
Alcimox 500 Capsule should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. The Alcimox 500 Capsule should not be consumed in a dose exceeding the recommended amount to avoid unpleasant side effects. Also, the course should be completed even if you feel better.
Inform your physician if you are allergic to Alcimox 500 Capsule, or have any history of liver problems or muscle problems. Do not use Alcimox 500 Capsule without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication, as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics.
Uses of Alcimox 500 Capsule
Alcimox 500 Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Alcimox 500 Capsule are as follows:
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Alcohol
Unsafe
Do not drink too much while taking this medicine. Drinking a lot of alcohol may more likely to drowsiness, dizziness or sleepiness side effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Alcimox 500 Capsule is a pregnancy category B drug. So, Alcimox 500 Capsule can be safely taken by pregnant women if prescribed by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
Safe if prescribed
Can safely give Alcimox 500 Capsule to breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
Caution
You may have side effects like dizziness after taking Alcimox 500 Capsule that may make you unfit to drive. So, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery until you are feeling well.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Alcimox 500 Capsule can be safely taken in case of liver disease if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Alcimox 500 Capsule.
Kidney
Caution
Take Alcimox 500 Capsule with caution if you have severe kidney disease. Your doctor may reduce the dose of Alcimox 500 Capsule in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR less than 30 mL/min).
Children
Consult your doctor
Alcimox 500 Capsule can be safely given to to children, only if recommended by a child specialist only.
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Alcimox 500 Capsule is used to treat various bacterial infections like ear, nose, or throat (ENT) infections, skin infections, genitourinary tract, and lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria.
Alcimox 500 Capsule kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Alcimox 500 Capsule weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria.
Amoxycillin belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotics. Alcimox 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of bacteria. On the other hand, penicillin is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic effective against fewer bacteria.
Do not use anti diarrhoeal until the doctor has prescribed you. You can drink plenty of fluids (electrolytes) to avoid dehydration. Besides this, you can also take prebiotics or probiotics to manage diarrhoea as it may help increase the number of good bacteria in the intestine, which aids indigestion.
Try to stay well hydrated by drinking at least six glasses of water or other fluid per day. Always keep your bladder empty as much as possible by peeing regularly.
After taking an antibiotic, you may need to wait for up to three hours to eat or drink any dairy products, including milk and butter, yoghurt, and cheese. Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing minerals like calcium may also work to dampen the effect of antibiotics.
Do not stop using Alcimox 500 Capsule even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and to worsen the disease.
Alcimox 500 Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Alcimox 500 Capsule can be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate, especially during pregnancy since there is limited safety information available on the use of Alcimox 500 Capsule during pregnancy. Consult a doctor before taking Alcimox 500 Capsule.
You should not take Alcimox 500 Capsule if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe kidney or liver disease, adrenal gland failure, an electrolyte imbalance, or an allergy to Alcimox 500 Capsule or sulfa drugs. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effect on your baby.
Alcimox 500 Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Alcimox 500 Capsule even if you see improvement in your condition as discontinuing Alcimox 500 Capsule too early may cause symptoms to worsen or reoccur.
If you forget to take a dose of Alcimox 500 Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.
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