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About Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is a 'broad-spectrum antibiotic' which treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. 

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet contains two antibiotics, namely: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.
 
The dose and duration of Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet may vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any unpleasant side-effects/interactions.

Uses of Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Take Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet 30-60minutes before meals as food may cause reduced absorption. Tablet/capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.Oral liquid/syrup/suspension/drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well before each use. Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake vigorously. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well before each use. Reconstituted suspension/syrup should be used within five days of preparation.

Medicinal Benefits

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called penicillins. Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet is composed of two antibiotics, namely: ampicillin and cloxacillin. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Before starting Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any penicillin antibiotics, kidney/liver problems, infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), or leukaemia (blood cancer). Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pain. Talk to your doctor before taking Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet if you had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics or inflammation of the bowel. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take 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 and usage of tobacco.

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FAQs

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.

Even if you feel better, it is recommended to complete the course of Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor as it is an antibiotic, and stopping it in between may lead to antibiotic resistance.

Pseudomembranous colitis (swelling or inflammation of the large intestine) has been reported with the use of antibiotics. If you experience prolonged or significant diarrhoea with abdominal cramps, stop taking Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately.

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet.

Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet may affect the gut flora leading to decreased oestrogen reabsorption and lowered efficacy of combined oral contraceptives. Use other methods of contraception while on treatment with Amilox 250mg/250mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • ALLOPURINOL

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Symptoms of bacterial infection include chills, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.

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