ALMOX-500

ALMOX-500 Capsules

Product Information

Brand Name: ALMOX-500
Manufacturer: Alkem Laboratories
Generic Name: Amoxicillin Capsules IP 500 mg
Dosage Form: Capsule
Therapeutic Category: Antibiotic (Penicillin Group)

Composition

Each capsule contains:

• Amoxicillin IP 500 mg

Mechanism of Action (MOA)

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum penicillin antibiotic.

It works by:

• Inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
• Binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).
• Causing weakening and rupture of the bacterial cell wall.
• Resulting in bacterial death (bactericidal action).

Uses

ALMOX-500 is used for treating bacterial infections such as:

✅ Respiratory tract infections

• Sinusitis
• Tonsillitis
• Pharyngitis
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia

✅ Ear infections (Otitis Media)

✅ Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

✅ Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

✅ Dental Infections

✅ Gastrointestinal Infections

✅ Helicobacter pylori eradication (in combination therapy)

✅ Bone and Joint Infections

Benefits

✔ Broad-spectrum antibiotic
✔ Effective against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
✔ Well tolerated in most patients
✔ Good oral absorption
✔ Widely prescribed for common bacterial infections

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion

Less Common Side Effects

• Skin rash
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Oral thrush
• Vaginal yeast infection

Serious Side Effects (Rare)

• Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
• Severe diarrhea due to C. difficile infection
• Liver dysfunction
• Blood disorders

Precautions

⚠ Use only for bacterial infections; ineffective against viral infections like the common cold or flu.

⚠ Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve.

⚠ Inform your doctor if you have:

• Penicillin allergy
• Cephalosporin allergy
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Infectious mononucleosis

⚠ Seek immediate medical attention if:

• Severe rash develops
• Difficulty breathing occurs
• Swelling of face, lips, or throat develops

⚠ Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding only under medical supervision.

Drug Interactions

Use cautiously with:

• Warfarin
• Methotrexate
• Allopurinol
• Probenecid
• Oral contraceptives

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