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Optimox 500mg Tablet

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
Amoxicillin
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Optimox 500mg Tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.

Additionally, Optimox 500mg Tablet helps to eliminate a bacteria known as H. pylori in people with peptic ulcer disease. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine is best taken with a meal to reduce the chance of a stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it.


Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.


Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.


Uses of Optimox Tablet

Benefits of Optimox Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Optimox 500mg Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat gum ulcers and other dental infections (abscesses), leg ulcers and pressure sores. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Side effects of Optimox Tablet

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

Common side effects of Optimox

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Skin rash

How to use Optimox Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Optimox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Optimox Tablet works

Optimox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Optimox 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimox 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimox 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Optimox 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Optimox 500mg Tablet can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Optimox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Optimox 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Optimox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Optimox 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine

What if you forget to take Optimox Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Optimox 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Optimox 500mg Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Optimox 500mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Aminopenicillins {Penicillins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent -Extended spectrum Penicillin

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FAQs

Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet cause failure of contraceptive pills?

Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Ask your doctor about using some other methods of contraception (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while you are taking Optimox 500mg Tablet.

Q. Is Optimox 500mg Tablet safe?

Optimox 500mg Tablet is usually considered to be safe when taken as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Optimox 500mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

No, Optimox 500mg Tablet has not been reported to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Optimox 500mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Q. Can Optimox 500mg Tablet cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Optimox 500mg Tablet can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. How long does Optimox 500mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Optimox 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Optimox 500mg Tablet.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Optimox 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Optimox 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Optimox 500mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

Q. Can Optimox 500mg Tablet cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Optimox 500mg Tablet can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can I stop taking Optimox 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Optimox 500mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

Q. How long does Optimox 500mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Optimox 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Optimox 500mg Tablet.

Q. Is Optimox 500mg Tablet safe?

Optimox 500mg Tablet is usually considered to be safe when taken as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Optimox 500mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

No, Optimox 500mg Tablet has not been reported to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Optimox 500mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Optimox 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet cause failure of contraceptive pills?

Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Tablet can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Ask your doctor about using some other methods of contraception (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while you are taking Optimox 500mg Tablet.

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