Generic Amoxil is a trusted prescribed antibiotic in treating bacterial infections. It can treat infections of the lower and upper airways, skin tissues and ear infections, infections of the soft tissues, some sexually transmitted infections, and even dental infections. Other conditions that can be treated by generic Amoxil are tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, various infections of the skin, and gonorrhea. The recommended dosage for adults is 1mg tablet of Amoxil, which should be taken thrice in a day.
Generic Amoxil is an effective remedy for bacterial infections. In essence, antibiotics such as generic Amoxil, do not actually destroy bacteria. They work by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial walls that caused the infection, or simply, they stop the bacteria from reproducing by preventing the bacteria from forming walls that shield and protect them. These walls are needed in order to protect the bacteria from its immediate environment and to keep its bacterial cell intact. A bacterium without a cell wall will not be able to survive.
- Generic Amoxil should be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take the medicine orally with or without meals every 8 to 12 hours or as advised by your physician.
- The dosage would rely on your medical condition and on your response to the treatment.
- For optimum effects, drink plenty of water while taking this medicine unless your doctor advised you to do otherwise.
- Keep constant intervals when taking this drug.
- Finish the prescribed number of days for taking this medicine even if the symptoms of your infection has abated or disappeared. Cutting your medication short would allow bacteria to regain strength resulting to re-infection.
- The dosages of generic Amoxil are available at 250 and 500mg capsules. 500 and 875mg tablets. Chewable tablets are at 125, 200, 250 and 400mg. Powder for suspension are available at 50mg/ml, 125, 200, 250 and 400 mg/5 ml, while tablets for suspension are at 200 and 400mg.
Amoxil is a safe drug and can be taken even by pregnant women. The side effects of generic Amoxil are at minimum level, and they usually include the following:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rashes and allergic reactions
- Itching
- Vomiting
- Inflammation of the large intestines
- Blood abnormalities
- Easy bruising
- Dizziness
- Heartburn
- Sleep disorders like insomnia
- Confusion
- Abdominal pain
Other reported severe side effects that require medical attention include the following:
- Persistent nausea
- Persistent vomiting
- Dark urine
- Jaundice or yellowing of eyes and/or skin
- Stomach and abdominal pain or cramps
- Bleeding
- Persistent sore throat
- Constant fever
- Persistent diarrhea
- Mucus or blood in stool
- Severe dizziness
- Difficulty in breathing
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to antibiotics such as penicillin or cephalosporin or if you have a history of allergic reaction to Amoxil.
- You also have to inform your doctor if you have certain types of allergies.
- If you have kidney diseases
- If you currently have viral infections
- Pregnant
- Breastfeeding
- Careful administration of this drug should be conducted among elderly.
- Inform your doctor of all the current medicines that you are taking including vitamins and minerals, food supplements, herbal products, prescribed drugs, and over-the-counter medicines especially if you are taking live bacterial vaccines.
What Should I Avoid While Taking Generic Amoxil?
- Take doctor's professional advice if you are breastfeeding. Certain amounts of Amoxil can be passed through the breast milk that could result to allergic reaction and diarrhea to nursed infants.
- Avoid skipping or cutting down your dosage including the number of days that you should take Amoxil. Incomplete dosage can result to recurrence of bacterial infection.
- You should not be taking generic Amoxil if you are sensitive to antibiotics.
- Diarrhea is a common side effect of generic Amoxil. Do not take anti-diarrhea tablets or pain relievers if you are taking antibiotics because these medicines interact with antibiotics and will you worsen your condition.
- Avoid using generic Amoxil beyond the prescribed number of days of your doctor as it could result in the development of oral thrush or oral and vaginal yeast infection. Call your doctor right away if you notice white patches in your mouth, unusual vaginal discharge and other symptoms.
- Do not change your dosage without consulting your doctor first.
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