Swimox 250mg Tablet DT belongs to a group of anti-bacterial or antibiotics known as penicillin. Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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.

Swimox 250mg Tablet DT has a similar method of killing bacteria as penicillin. Swimox 250mg Tablet DT kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Swimox 250mg Tablet DT weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. 

Swimox 250mg Tablet DT is available in oral tablets, capsules and syrup dosage forms. You should take the syrup form of Swimox 250mg Tablet DT as your doctor advises. The tablet or capsule form of Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Swimox 250mg Tablet DT, 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 Swimox 250mg Tablet DT may cause temporary staining of teeth (especially in children) that can be removed by brushing.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Swimox 250mg Tablet DT for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Swimox 250mg Tablet DT without doctor's advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Do not use Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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.

Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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. Swimox 250mg Tablet DT is effective against gram-positive (S. pneumoniae) and gram-negative bacteria (E Coli, Haemophilus influenza, Neisseria gonorrhoea). Besides this, Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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. Swimox 250mg Tablet DT can be safely prescribed and well-tolerated among adults, children, pregnant and nursing mothers.

Serious allergic reactions may be reported in patients taking Swimox 250mg Tablet DT, including raised itchy skin rashes, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. Taking Swimox 250mg Tablet DT 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 Swimox 250mg Tablet DT. Tell your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease or viral glandular fever (mononucleosis) before taking Swimox 250mg Tablet DT. This medicine may lower the efficiency of oral birth control pills or contraceptive devices. An intake of Swimox 250mg Tablet DT may alter some glucose urine tests like the copper reduction test report.

• After taking the full course of Swimox 250mg Tablet DT, probiotics should be taken to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can restore the intestine's good bacteria stink.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
• Avoid taking too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Swimox 250mg Tablet DT.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Swimox 250mg Tablet DT as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Swimox 250mg Tablet DT in fighting off infections.

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.