Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup
About Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is a penicillin which is used with antibiotic clarithromycin and helps in the treatment of stomach ulcers caused by bacterial infections wall formed in the stomach. It also helps in conditions such as lungs, skin, middle ear, urinary tract and sinuses. Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup also cures conditions like tonsilitis, pneumonia, bronchitis and gonorrhea.
Make sure, you may not use amoxicillin if you are allergic to any penicillin. Amoxicillin makes birth control pills less effective, so ask your doctor about using non hormonal birth to prevent pregnancy.
Many drugs interact with amoxicillin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Discuss with your doctor about each medicine you use.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. They are available in liquid form, as chewable tablets and extended-release tablets. You may take it with or without food.
What are the uses of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup
Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup helps in treating infections in the middle ear caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup treats infections in the nose and nasal chamber caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Throat Infection
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup helps in treating infections in the throat and airways leading to lungs namely Tonsillitis and Pharyngitis caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup helps in treating infections in the airways leading to the lungs. The infection can be Pneumonia, acute bronchitis or others caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Skin Infection
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup treats infections of skin and skin structure caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of infections of urinary tube, bladder (Cystitis) and kidneys (Pyelonephritis).
Gonorrhea And Associated Infections
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of Gonorrhea and associated infections in the urinary tube and the region around the reproductive organs in both male and female.
Typhoid Fever
This medication treats typhoid and paratyphoid fever.
Stomach Ulcers
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of stomach ulcers caused by Helicobactor pylori. It is normally used in combination with other medicines.
Dental Abscess
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of infection of gums that result in formation of pus around the roots of the tooth.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is used in the prevention of a condition where the inner walls of the heart gets swollen.
What are the contraindications of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup ?
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is not recommended if a patient is highly allergic to amoxicillin or other antibiotics of Penicillins and Cephalosporins groups.
What are the side effects of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup ?
Hypersensitivity
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause allergic reactions characterized by rashes on the skin, swelling of face, tongue or throat and difficulty in breathing
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause loose stools along with or without the presence of blood.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause fever along with flu like symptoms including swollen glands; difficulty in breathing; painful joints and difficulty in swallowing food.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause painful and swollen joints and bones causing discomfort especially in the lower back area.
Skin Yellowing
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause jaundice like symptoms viz. yellow skin and eye, dark colored urine, fever, weakness and confusion.
Easy Bruising And Bleeding
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause anemia like effect resulting in unusual bleeding and formation of red patches under the skin.
Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause increased menstrual bleeding.
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause yellowing of teeth especially in paediatric patients.
Nausea Or Vomiting
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause nausea or vomiting and discomfort in the stomach (painful cramps, loss of appetite etc.)
Altered Sense Of Taste
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause blackening of tongue and altered sense of taste i.e bad aftertaste or change in taste altogether.
Convulsions
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can cause symptoms like agitation, lack of sleep, confusion and convulsions.
Key highlights of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours after onset of action.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women should consult doctor before using Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies have been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
It is recommended to consult doctor before using Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup if the patient is breastfeeding women.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup is a Penicillin antibiotic and inhibits the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result the bacterium is not able to build cell walls and is killed
What are the interactions of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Urine Sugar Test
Usage of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup should be reported prior to performing the test. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in such cases.Interaction with Medicine
Doxycycline
Usage of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup with Doxycycline should be avoided and usage of other antibiotics should be reported to the doctor.Methotrexate
Usage of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup with Methotrexate or other chemotherapy medicines should be reported to the doctor. The levels of Methotrexate in the body along with symptoms of toxicity should be closely monitored while both these medicines are taken.Warfarin
Usage of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup with Warfarin should be reported to the doctor. The clotting time should be monitored promptly. Symptoms like increased bleeding, swelling, dizziness and weakness should be reported immediately.Ethinyl Estradiol
Usage of Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup with Ethinyl Estradiol decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills, which might result in unplanned pregnancies.Interaction with Disease
Mononucleosis
The condition should be reported to the doctor before taking Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup so that proper substitute can be prescribed.Colitis
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup should be discontinued if severe diarrhea occurs. Patients having a history of Colitis should be monitored closely.Renal Diseases
Octamox Cv 200 Mg/28.5 Mg Dry Syrup should be given after making adjustments in the dosage. The kidney function should be periodically monitored especially if the dosage is for a longer period of time. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made if a patient is on hemodialysis.Interaction with Food
Food
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