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Description
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. This antibiotic is used to treat different types of bacterial infections of the throat, lungs, ears, nose, urinary tract, and skin. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is also used with other medications to kill helicobacter pylori bacteria that cause stomach ulcers. It stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.
Side effects of Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT are diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin. Use it cautiously in individuals with kidney problems. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT can make birth control pills less effective. You may be asked to take a different way of birth control methods to prevent unintended pregnancy.
You can take Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT around the same time every day. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. For the best results, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT
Headache
Loose stools
Skin rash
Joint pain
Fever
Dizziness
Tooth discolouration
Nausea or vomiting
Change in taste
Loss of appetite
Uses of Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT
What is it prescribed for?
Acute otitis media
Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.
Sinusitis
Sinusitis is the swelling of membranes that line your nose and surrounding sinuses. It is often caused by bacteria and sometimes, viruses and fungi. You may experience a stuffed nose and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial sinusitis.
Lung infections
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat the following lung infections:
1. Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs in the lungs (either single or both lungs). It can be bacterial and viral. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria.
2. Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder more easily. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral or anal sex without a condom or other barrier method. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat the gonococcal infection.
Peptic Ulcer
A peptic ulcer is a sore or ulcer on the lining of your stomach or intestine. Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacteria that cause ulcers. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used in combination with antacids/anti-ulcerative medicines for the treatment of H. pylori infections that cause peptic ulcer.
Dental Abcess
A tooth abscess is a bacterial infection that occurs from an untreated cavity, decay, or injury. Your dentist will make a small cut into the abscess to drain out the pus resulting from the infection. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial tooth infections and to stop it from spreading further.
Bacterial Endocarditis
Bacterial endocarditis is an infection in the inner lining of the heart caused by bacteria. It occurs when bacteria from another part of your body travel through the blood and attach to damaged areas of your heart. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat bacterial endocarditis.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If this infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, then it would be called pharyngotonsillitis. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis.
Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi. This bacteria is spread through contaminated food or water by a human carrier. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat typhoid fever.
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads through the ureters to the kidneys. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is used to treat Pyelonephritis. You will start feeling better within a few days after taking Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
Amoxicillin tablet DT starts working within 1 hour of administration. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking amoxicillin tablet DT. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if the condition gets better.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of amoxicillin tablet DT lasts for about 6 to 8 hours and then you may have to take your next dose as directed by your doctor/pharmacist.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause adverse effects in breastfed infants. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid taking Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause adverse effects in breastfed infants. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
Allergic reaction
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is likely to cause severe allergic reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or breathing difficulties.
Antibiotic resistance
Finish your entire course of treatment with Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.
Driving or operating machinery
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT. And if a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.
Overdose
Seek medical emergency in case of an Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Doxycycline
Methotrexate
Warfarin
Ethinyl Estradiol
Live cholera vaccine
Disease interactions
Mononucleosis
Mononucleosis is also called as kissing disease is an infection caused by Epstein-Barr virus. It is spread through saliva. People with mononucleosis may develop a maculopapular skin rash (flat and small raised bumps on the skin) after 5-10 days of treatment with Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT and resolves within days of discontinuing the use. Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT may not be appropriate medicine in patients with mononucleosis.
Colitis
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Kidney Disease
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while taking Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Urine Sugar Test
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT is moved out from the body via urine. High urine concentrations of Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT might give a false-positive result for the urine sugar test (test to determine the presence of glucose). Inform your doctor or lab technician about the use of Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT before doing this test.
Amoxi tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. Take Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this tablet DT at around the same time daily. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Monk 228.5 mg Tablet DT works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the microorganism, eventually killing it.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Aminopenicillins, Antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Feb 2021
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