Amoxicillin 250mg (Almox) Capsules

Description

Amoxicillin 250mg Description

Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule Yellow is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective for infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (such as pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.

Additionally, Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule Yellow is used to eliminate Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria in individuals with peptic ulcer disease. As a broad-spectrum antibiotic, it works by stopping the growth of many types of bacteria. To reduce the chance of stomach upset, it is best taken with a meal. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed by your doctor, ideally at the same time each day to help you remember.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Stopping the medication too early may cause the infection to return or worsen. Your doctor will decide the total duration of treatment and the precise dosage based on the type of infection and your response to the medication.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type medications. Side effects may include rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea. These are typically temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.

Uses of Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

Acute Otitis Media

• Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule is used to treat acute otitis media, an infection of the middle ear common in infants and young children.

Sinusitis

• Used to treat bacterial sinusitis, which is the swelling of membranes lining the nose and surrounding sinuses.

Lung Infections

• Pneumonia: Treats bacterial pneumonia, an infection of the air sacs in the lungs.
• Bronchitis: Treats bacterial bronchitis, which is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes.

Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

• Treats bacterial infections of the skin and its supporting structures, including abscesses.

Cystitis

• Treats cystitis, a bacterial infection of the urinary bladder caused by various bacteria such as E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.

Gonorrhea

• Treats gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Peptic Ulcer

• Used in combination with other medications to treat H. pylori infections that cause peptic ulcers.

Dental Abscess

• Treats bacterial tooth infections and prevents their spread.

Bacterial Endocarditis

• Treats bacterial endocarditis, an infection of the inner lining of the heart.

Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

• Treats infections causing swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils, including pharyngotonsillitis.

Typhoid Fever

• Treats typhoid fever, a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi.

Pyelonephritis

• Treats pyelonephritis, a bacterial infection causing swelling of the kidneys.

Side Effects of Amoxicillin Capsule

Most side effects do not require medical attention and will disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re concerned.

Common side effects include:

• Rash
• Vomiting
• Allergic reactions
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

How to Use Amoxicillin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule Yellow may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Amoxicillin Capsule Works

Amoxicillin 250mg Capsule Yellow is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) needed for their survival.