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Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus
INFORMATION ABOUT AMOXYCILLIN + LACTOBACILLUS
Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus Uses
Amoxycillin+Lactobacillus is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and infectious diarrhea.
How Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus works
Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus is a combination of two medicines: Amoxycillin and Lactobacillus. Amoxycillin is an antibiotic which works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Lactobacillus is a live microorganism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset with antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Syeda Aafia
MBA, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
27 Apr 2023 | 11:43 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus
  • Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus must be taken with food at the same time every day.
  • 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 Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
Frequently asked questions for Amoxycillin + Lactobacillus
Take Amoxycillin+Lactobacillus as soon you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
Yes, the use of Amoxycillin+Lactobacillus can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Usually, Amoxycillin+Lactobacillus starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop taking Amoxycillin+Lactobacillus and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.