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Novamox-LB 500 Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CapsuleS
Novamox-LB 500 Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CapsuleS
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Novamox-LB 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 amoxicillin and lactic acid bacillus, which work by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby help 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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Composition :

AMOXYCILLIN-500MG + LACTIC ACID BACILLUS-60MILLION SPORES

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Novamox-LB 500 Capsule

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule belongs to the class of medicines called 'penicillin antibiotics' with probiotics. It treats various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Besides this, Novamox-LB 500 Capsule prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, dysentery (water loss), and infectious diarrhoea. Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. 

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule contains Amoxycillin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Amoxycillin is bactericidal (kills bacteria) that works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (protective cell wall) necessary for their survival, thereby preventing the growth of bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) destroyed due to the use of antibiotics.

Take Novamox-LB 500 Capsule as prescribed. The dose and duration of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects like skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Novamox-LB 500 Capsule , please inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any antibiotic (especially penicillin) or kidney or liver problems. Consult a doctor before taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule used in the treatment of Bacterial infections, Diarrhoea or dysentery due to infection. The detailed uses of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule are as follows: <br/>• Diarrhea and Dysentery: This drug helps relieve gastrointestinal distress brought on by bacterial infections and can be administered for bacterial diarrhea and dysentery.<br/>• Gastrointestinal diseases: Because Novamox-LB 500 Capsule works against some bacteria that impact the gastrointestinal system, it can be used to treat diseases like traveller's diarrhoea.<br/>• Treatment of Bacterial Infections: By preventing bacterial development, Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is frequently used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including as those of the gastrointestinal, respiratory, and urinary tracts.<br/>• Traveller's Diarrhoea Treatment: Novamox-LB 500 Capsule can help reduce symptoms and avoid problems when treating bacterial infection-related traveller's diarrhoea.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Novamox-LB 500 Capsule can be taken with or without food as advised by the doctor.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
• Swallow Novamox-LB 500 Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics which contains Amoxycillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival, thereby treating and preventing the spread of infections. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) that have been destroyed due to the use of antibiotics. Together, Novamox-LB 500 Capsule helps in treating bacterial infections and infectious diarrhoea. Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is used to treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and infectious diarrhoea.

How Novamox-LB 500 Capsule Works

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule contains two medicines, namely: Amoxycillin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Amoxycillin is bactericidal (kills bacteria) that works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (protective cell wall) necessary for their survival, thereby preventing the growth of bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) destroyed due to the use of antibiotics.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Novamox-LB 500 Capsule out of reach and sight of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Before starting Novamox-LB 500 Capsule , please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (to any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Novamox-LB 500 Capsule without consulting a doctor, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Talk to your doctor before taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule if you have glandular fever (fever with a sore throat, swollen glands and extreme tiredness), lymphatic leukaemia (cancer of blood and bone marrow) or HIV infection, since you may be more prone to developing a skin rash. Consult your doctor if you are not urinating regularly or have bladder problems while taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule . Consult your doctor before taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule to prevent unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, and it also enhances the amount of medicine in the body, leading to toxicity.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
AmoxicillinMethotrexate
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule:
Co-administration of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule and Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the activity of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule or have been treated within the last 14 days, talk to your doctor before receiving cholera vaccine, live. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinMethotrexate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule can increase the levels and side effects of methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Novamox-LB 500 Capsule, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, chills, fever, sore throat, body pains. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
AmoxicillinBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule:
Co-administration of BCG vaccine with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule may reduce the effect of BCG vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are about to receive BCG vaccine, inform the doctor that you are taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinDoxycycline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule:
Co-administration of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule with doxycycline may reduce the therapeutic effect of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Novamox-LB 500 Capsule and Doxycycline, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmoxicillinZalcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule:
Co-administration of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule and Zalcitabine can be decreased when combined with Novamox-LB 500 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Zalcitabine and Novamox-LB 500 Capsule, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps with indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to eat foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.
  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is a pregnancy risk category B medicine so you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Novamox-LB 500 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule can pass through the breastmilk and can affect the baby. So, please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe Novamox-LB 500 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule may cause dizziness so drive or operate heavy machinery with caution.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule .

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the child’s weight and severity of the infection.

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FAQs

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule belongs to the class of medicines called &#039;penicillin antibiotics&#039; with probiotics. It treats various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Besides this, Novamox-LB 500 Capsule prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, dysentery (water loss), and infectious diarrhoea.

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule contains Amoxycillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, necessary for their survival. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) which have been destroyed due to the use of antibiotics.

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule may not cause diarrhoea as it contains lactic acid bacillus, which is a friendly bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut which may have gotten upset due to infections or the use of antibiotics. Thereby, helping in preventing diarrhoea.

It is recommended to complete the course of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule may affect certain laboratory test results like urine or blood tests for liver functioning, and oestriol test (used to check the development of the baby during pregnancy). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule .

Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is a combination medicine. It contains an antibiotic (amoxycillin) and a probiotic (lactic acid bacillus). Novamox-LB 500 Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, diarrhoea or dysentery due to infection.

If you miss a dose of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

You may start to feel better within 2 or 3 days of taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule . To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Novamox-LB 500 Capsule for the prescribed duration.

The common side effects of Novamox-LB 500 Capsule may include skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Other Info - NOV0013

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 9:24 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/050760s11,050761s11,050754s12,050542s25lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/lactobacillus-acidophilus.html
  3. https://www.drugs.com/amoxicillin.html

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