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About LMX 250mg Dry Syrup
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup belongs to a group of anti-bacterial or antibiotics known as penicillin. LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is used to prevent and treat different types of bacterial infections like chest infections (pneumonia, bronchitis), ear/nose/throat (ENT) infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, leg ulcers, gum ulcers, and dental infections, and pressure sores. Besides this, it is also used with various antibiotics like clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcers caused by H. Pyroli bacteria.
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup has a similar method of killing bacteria as penicillin. LMX 250mg Dry Syrup kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, LMX 250mg Dry Syrup weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria.
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is available in oral tablets, capsules and syrup dosage forms. You should take the syrup form of LMX 250mg Dry Syrup as your doctor advises. The tablet or capsule form of LMX 250mg Dry Syrup should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Most bacterial infections get treated within one week, while some conditions might take longer. So, it would be best if you tried to complete the prescribed dosage. During the treatment with LMX 250mg Dry Syrup, you may observe some common side effects like feeling sick (nausea) and diarrhoea. But these side effects are usually in the initial phase and then resolve after some time. However, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know. Prolonged intake of the liquid form of LMX 250mg Dry Syrup may cause temporary staining of teeth (especially in children) that can be removed by brushing.
To treat your condition effectually, continue using LMX 250mg Dry Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use LMX 250mg Dry Syrup without doctor's advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Do not use LMX 250mg Dry Syrup in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup to rule out any side effects. 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 LMX 250mg Dry Syrup
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LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that helps 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. LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is effective against gram-positive (S. pneumoniae) and gram-negative bacteria (E Coli, Haemophilus influenza, Neisseria gonorrhoea). Besides this, LMX 250mg Dry Syrup also helps treat stomach ulcers caused by the H Pyroli bacteria. And if combined with antibiotics like clarithromycin and acidity, medicine like lansoprazole help reduce the symptoms of duodenum ulcer. LMX 250mg Dry Syrup can be safely prescribed and well-tolerated among adults, children, pregnant and nursing mothers.
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Serious allergic reactions may be reported in patients taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup, including raised itchy skin rashes, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. Taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup may cause antibiotic-induced diarrhoea in some cases. Penicillin antibiotics, blood thinners (warfarin, coumadin), uric acid-lowering drugs (allopurinol, probenecid), and anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drugs (methotrexate) may severely interact with LMX 250mg Dry Syrup. Tell your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease or viral glandular fever (mononucleosis) before taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup. This medicine may lower the efficiency of oral birth control pills or contraceptive devices. An intake of LMX 250mg Dry Syrup may alter some glucose urine tests like the copper reduction test report.
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LMX 250mg Dry Syrup kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, LMX 250mg Dry Syrup weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria.
No, LMX 250mg Dry Syrup may help to a certain extent but is not prescribed to treat bacterial vaginitis. However, it is better to consult a doctor for its treatment. In most cases, Metronidazole is the most effective treatment for anaerobic bacteria which cause vaginal infection.
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotic. LMX 250mg Dry Syrup 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.
Clinical evidence suggests that LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is safe for pregnant mothers. However, you should consult a doctor before taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup.
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 LMX 250mg Dry Syrup 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.
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Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
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
Consult your doctor
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup is a pregnancy category B drug. So, LMX 250mg Dry Syrup can be safely taken by pregnant women if prescribed by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Can safely give LMX 250mg Dry Syrup to breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
You may have side effects like dizziness after taking LMX 250mg Dry Syrup that may make you unfit to drive. So, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery until you are feeling well.
Liver
Consult your doctor
LMX 250mg Dry Syrup 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 LMX 250mg Dry Syrup.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Take LMX 250mg Dry Syrup with caution if you have severe kidney disease. Your doctor may reduce the dose of LMX 250mg Dry Syrup in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR less than 30 mL/min).
Children
Safe if prescribed
Can be LMX 250mg Dry Syrup safely to children, dose to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.