Amoctam 1.5G Injection

Amoctam 1.5G Injection belongs to the group of medications called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Symptoms of bacterial infection vary depending on the organ affected by bacteria.

Amoctam 1.5G Injection contains Amoxycillin and Sulbactam. Amoxycillin is a type of antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is required for bacterial survival. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and improves Amoxycillin's antibacterial activity.

You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of Amoctam 1.5G Injection are diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Amoctam 1.5G Injection should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and elderly people. It is not known whether Amoctam 1.5G Injection interacts with alcohol or if it may affect your ability to drive. So, please discuss with your doctor the possible risks and benefits before consuming alcohol with Amoctam 1.5G Injection.

Amoctam 1.5G Injection contains Amoxycillin and Sulbactam. Amoxycillin is a penicillin antibiotic and treats the infection by killing the bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase (an enzyme produced by bacteria that can destroy antibiotic) inhibitor and prevents the destruction of Amoxycillin from the bacteria. Amoctam 1.5G Injection has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as skin infections, gynaecological infections and intra-abdominal infections.

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

It is not recommended to take Amoctam 1.5G Injection if you are allergic to penicillin, other antibiotics, or this medicine's contents. Amoctam 1.5G Injection should not be given to people with infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever) and colitis (intestine inflammation). Amoctam 1.5G Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Amoctam 1.5G Injection should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and elderly people. It is not known whether Amoctam 1.5G Injection interacts with alcohol or if it may affect your ability to drive. So, please discuss with your doctor the possible risks and benefits before taking alcohol along with Amoctam 1.5G Injection.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Amoctam 1.5G Injection may have interaction with aminoglycosides (gentamicin), blood thinner (warfarin), anti-rheumatic(methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol may increase the side effects of Amoctam 1.5G Injection. Hence, it is advised to limit the intake of alcohol while using Amoctam 1.5G Injection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Amoctam 1.5G Injection may have interaction with disease conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the intestine's lining), mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), and severe kidney impairment.

• GENTAMICIN
• WARFARIN
• METHOTREXATE

• Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
• Include more fibre enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Amoctam 1.5G Injection as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Amoctam 1.5G Injection in fighting off infections.

• On prolonged therapy, monitoring renal, hepatic, and hematologic functions periodically is advised. Monitor also for signs of anaphylaxis during the first dose.
• Even if you feel better after taking Amoctam 1.5G Injection, do not stop taking it until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. It can target any organ of the body and multiply very quickly. Many bacteria give off chemicals called toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses (like sore throat and ear infections) to severe brain infections (like meningitis and encephalitis). When infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue.  Few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can get a bacterial infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.