Moxilium 250mg Capsule (Amoxycillin 250mg)

Description

Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used orally to treat different types of bacterial infections of the throat, lungs, ears, nose, urinary tract, and skin. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is also used with other medications to stop the growth of Helicobacter pylori bacteria that cause stomach ulcer(s). It is not effective against infections caused by viruses or fungus.

Moxilium 250 MG Tablet causes side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known allergy to it and discontinue if any allergic reactions (skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling of face, lips, etc.) are experienced. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin.

Moxilium 250 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food, and at the same time every day to ensure its better efficacy. Take the tablet as a whole without crushing or breaking it. Antibiotic treatment must be completed as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking on your own even if you feel better.

Moxilium 250 MG Tablet should be used cautiously by individuals with kidney, liver and heart problems. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet can make birth control pills less effective. You may be asked to take a different birth control method to prevent unintended pregnancy.

Moxilium 250 MG Tablet may interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor if you take any medicines apart from this tablet. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Moxilium 250 MG Tablet
Damoxy 250 MG Tablet
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Germox 250 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Mox 250 MG Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Twicyl 250 MG Tablet
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Wymox 250 MG Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Moxilium 250 MG Tablet
Headache
Loose stools
Stomach discomfort
Joint pain
Nausea and vomiting
Tooth discolouration
Change in taste
Skin rash
Oedema (accumulation of water in the tissues)
Uses of Moxilium 250 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Acute otitis media
Acute Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.
Sinusitis
Sinusitis is the swelling of membranes that line your nose and surrounding sinuses. It is often caused by bacteria and sometimes, viruses and fungi. You may experience a stuffed nose and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat bacterial sinusitis.
Lung infections
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat the following lung infections:
1. Pneumonia:- It is an infection of the air sacs in your lungs (either single or both lungs). It can be bacterial and viral. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria.
2. Bronchitis:- It is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in your lungs. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade your skin and its supporting structures. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of your urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral or anal sex without protection. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat gonococcal infection.
Peptic Ulcer
A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of your stomach or intestine. Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacteria that cause ulcer(s). Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used in combination with antacids/anti-ulcerative medicines for the treatment of H. pylori infections that cause peptic ulcer(s).
Dental Abcess
A tooth abscess is a bacterial infection that occurs from an untreated cavity, decay, or injury. Your dentist will make a small cut into the abscess to drain out the pus resulting from the infection. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat bacterial tooth infections and to stop it from spreading further.
Bacterial Endocarditis
Bacterial endocarditis is an infection in the inner lining of your heart caused by bacteria. It occurs when bacteria from another part of your body travel through the blood and attach to damaged areas of your heart. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat bacterial endocarditis.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If this infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, then it would be called pharyngotonsillitis. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis (when this infection affects both, the throat and the tonsils).
Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. This bacteria is spread through contaminated food or water by a human carrier. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat typhoid fever.
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is the swelling of your kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads to your kidneys. Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is used to treat Pyelonephritis.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Moxilium 250 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Some people may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is generally safe to be used in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is safe for use during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause severe side effects in breastfed infants. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Allergic reaction
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet is likely to cause severe allergic reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or breathing difficulties.
Antibiotic resistance
Finish your entire course of treatment with Moxilium 250 MG Tablet, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (a condition where infection-causing organisms develop the ability to defeat the effect of drugs designed to kill them). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.
Driving or operating machinery
Moxilium 250 MG Tablet may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a Moxilium 250 MG Tablet dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.
Overdose
Never take Moxilium 250 MG Tablet more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.

General Instructions

Take Moxilium 250 MG Tablet orally with or without food.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Moxilium 250 MG Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of the face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Do not crush, break or chew the tablet in your mouth.