Cipmox 250mg (Amoxicillin)

What is Cipmox 250mg Capsule?

Cipmox 250mg Capsule 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, Cipmox 250 Capsule 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.

How Cipmox Capsule 250mg Works

Cipmox 250 Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How To Use Cipmox 250mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cipmox 250 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Cipmox 250mg Capsule

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cipmox 250 Capsule 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 Cipmox Capsule

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 Cipmox

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Skin rash

Warning

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol with Cipmox 250 Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

Cipmox 250 Capsule 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.

Breastfeeding

Cipmox 250 Capsule 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

Cipmox 250 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Cipmox 250 Capsule can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.

Kidney

Cipmox 250 Capsule should be use with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cipmox 250 Capsule may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine is not recommend in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Cipmox 250 Capsule should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cipmox 250 Capsule may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommend while you are taking this medicine

What If You Forget To Take Cipmox Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Cipmox 250 Capsule, 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.

FAQ’s

1. Can the use of Cipmox 250 Capsule cause failure of contraceptive pills?

Yes, the use of Cipmox 250 Capsule 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 Cipmox 250 Capsule.

2. Is Cipmox 250mg Capsule safe?

Cipmox 250 Capsule is usually consider to be safe when taken as advise by your doctor.

3. Does Cipmox 250mg Capsule cause drowsiness?

No, Cipmox 250 Capsule has not been report to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Cipmox 250 Capsule, please consult your doctor.

4. Can Cipmox 250mg Capsule cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Cipmox 250 Capsule 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.