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Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

Manufactured by: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Composition: Amoxycillin
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule is an antibiotic that is used for treating a wide variety of bacterial infections of the lungs and airways, middle ear, sinuses, skin, urinary tract, etc. This medicine is not recommended for treating a common cold, flu, or other viral infections since it is not effective in treating these infections.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

  • Hypersensitivitysevere
  • Diarrheasevere
  • Feversevere
  • Joint pain
  • Skin yellowing
  • Easy bruising and bleeding
  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Tooth discoloration
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Altered sense of tasterare
  • Convulsionssevererare
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

Onset of action

The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of administration.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 8-12 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Amocin 500 mg Capsule
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Amoxil 500 MG Capsule
Zydus Cadila
Amurol 500 MG Capsule
Alembic Ltd.
Flamox 500 MG Capsule
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Moxway 500 MG Capsule
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

  • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

    This medicine is used to treat infections of the middle ear caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

  • Nose Infection (Sinusitis)

    This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the nose and nasal chamber caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the airways leading to the lungs. The infections can be Pneumonia, acute bronchitis, or others caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

  • Skin Infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the skin and skin structures caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

  • Urinary Tract Infection

    This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the bladder (Cystitis) and kidneys (Pyelonephritis).

  • Gonorrhea and associated infections

    This medicine is used in the treatment of Gonorrhea and associated infections of the urinary tract and the region around the reproductive organs in both male and female patients.

  • Stomach Ulcers

    This medicine is used in the treatment of stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori. It is normally used in combination with other medicines.

  • Dental Abcess

    This medicine is used in the treatment of an infection of the gums that results in the formation of pus around the roots of the tooth.

  • Endocarditis

    This medicine is used in the prevention of a condition where the inner walls of the heart get swollen (endocarditis).

  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis

    This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the throat and airways leading to lungs, namely Tonsillitis and Pharyngitis, caused by Streptococci and Staphylococci strains of bacteria.

  • Typhoid fever

    This medicine is used in the treatment of typhoid and paratyphoid fever, conditions characterized by symptoms such as a high fever, stomach pain, weakness, vomiting, loose stools, etc.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Biomoxil 500 MG Capsule

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to amoxicillin, any other medicines belonging to the penicillins or cephalosporins groups, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

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

Disease interactions

  • Mononucleosis

    moderate
    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of mononucleosis since it may increase the risk of skin reactions/eruptions. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Colitis

    moderate
    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Renal Diseases

    moderate
    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of renal diseases or active renal diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Urine Sugar Test

    moderate
    Report the use of this medicine prior to the test. This medicine may give a false positive result for the presence of glucose/sugar in the urine. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in case you are receiving this medicine.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

General warnings

  • Allergic Reaction

    - This medicine is likely to cause moderate-to-severe allergic reactions and the likelihood is very high in patients who are known to have an antibiotic allergy. Report the occurrence of any such reaction to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures and replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Diarrhea

    - Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Mononucleosis

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with mononucleosis due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Drug-resistance

    - Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

  • Renal impairment

    - This medicine should be used with caution in patients with known history of renal diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall formation. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the bacteria and eventually kills it.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Aminopenicillins
Schedule
Schedule H

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