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Dermaclox Capsule

Manufactured byPROSAIC PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsAmoxycillin (250 mg) + Cloxacillin (250 mg) + Lactic Acid Bacillus (100 Million Spores)
Description
Dermaclox Capsule is a combination of Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin, and Lactic Acid Bacillus. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the nose, throat, lungs, skin, urinary tract, etc. It works by killing the bacteria by damaging its cell wall (the outer protective covering of the bacteria). It also reduces the risk of diarrhoea due to antibiotics. Dermaclox Capsule shows side effects like nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, headache, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if these side effects persist or become worse. Dermaclox Capsule may be taken as instructed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor depending on the severity of your health condition. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Always complete the course of treatment even if you feel better after a few doses. Skipping doses or not completing the course of treatment may increase the risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future. Dermaclox Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have medical conditions related to blood, kidney, or liver. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dermaclox Capsule

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Skin yellowing
  • Tooth discolouration
  • Upset stomach
  • Change in taste
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash

Uses of Dermaclox Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Lung infections
  • Sinusitis
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
  • Skin and Soft tissue infections
  • Urinary Tract Infection
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Dermaclox Capsule can be observed within 30 minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Dermaclox Capsule remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • 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 tendencies were reported for Dermaclox Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Dermaclox Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Dermaclox Capsule is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Dermaclox Capsule if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Dermaclox Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Dermaclox Capsule is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Drug-resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid such resistance, always complete the entire course of treatment with Dermaclox Capsule even if you feel better after a few doses.

Convulsions

Convulsion is a condition in which the muscles contract and relax quickly leading to uncontrolled movement of the body. Use Dermaclox Capsule with caution as it may cause convulsions in some cases. The risk is higher if you have kidney problems, a history of seizures (fits), or taking a higher dose of this medicine.

Driving and operating machines

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience side effects like dizziness, convulsions, etc. during treatment with Dermaclox Capsule.

Liver disease

Dermaclox Capsule may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of liver damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine and may closely monitor your liver functions if required, based on your clinical condition.

Missed Dose

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

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with Dermaclox Capsule.
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

Live cholera vaccine

Tetracycline

Disease interactions

Mononucleosis

Mononucleosis, also known as kissing disease is an infection that spreads through saliva. If you have mononucleosis, taking Dermaclox Capsule may increase the risk of maculopapular rash (a skin rash that causes flat and raised lesions on the skin). Your doctor may recommend an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

Kidney Disease

Dermaclox Capsule is eliminated from the body by the kidneys. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Bone Marrow Depression

Dermaclox Capsule should be used with caution if you have bone marrow depression (decrease in the ability to produce blood cells by the bone marrow, a spongy substance in the centre of the bones). This medicine may further worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

Urine Sugar Test

Report the use of Dermaclox Capsule to your doctor and/or lab technician prior to the test. This medicine may give a false-positive result for the presence of sugar in the urine. The urine sugar test should be performed with different reagents in case you are taking 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.
Take Dermaclox Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts or for a longer duration than prescribed. Report any unusual symptoms to your doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your kidney or liver function and blood counts during treatment with Dermaclox Capsule.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Dermaclox Capsule is a combination of Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin, and Lactic Acid Bacillus. Amoxycillin and Cloxacillin are antibiotics that work together by preventing the formation of the protective layer of the bacteria necessary for their survival. Lactic Acid Bacillus restores the normal balance of essential bacteria in the intestine affected by the intake of antibiotics. Thus it reduces the risk of diarrhoea.
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Classification

Category

Aminopenicillins, Penicillinase resistant penicillins, Probiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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