Ampoxin 250 mg (Ampicillin/Cloxacillin)

What is Ampoxin 250 mg?

Ampoxin 250 mg Capsule contains two active antibiotics that are effective against a multitude of bacterial infections, including those of the ears, nose, sinus, tonsils, throat, lungs, heart, skin, and bones. It can also effectively treat infections caused by resistant bacteria.

Ampoxin 250 Capsule works best on an empty stomach, so try to give it to your child 30 minutes to 1 hour before they eat. However, give it with food if it upsets your child’s stomach. It is generally given three times a day. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as these depend on the severity of the infection, its type, and your child’s body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, repeat the dose when your child feels better. However, do not double the dose if it is the time for the next dose.

How Ampoxin Capsule Works

Ampoxin 250 Capsule contains two active ingredients: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. Ampicillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. At the same time, cloxacillin works toward increasing the efficiency of this medicine and helps in treating the infections caused by resistant bacteria. Together, these two medicines not only kill the infection-causing bacteria but also arrest the spread of the infection.

How Can I Give Ampoxin 250 Capsule To My Child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ampoxin 250 Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits Of Ampoxin 250 Capsule For Your Child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ampoxin 250 Capsule is a combination of two antibiotics, Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. These antibiotics work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Together, they treat your infection effectively. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side Effects Of Ampoxin 250 Capsule In Children

Ampoxin 250 Capsule does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Ampoxin

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Allergy

Warnings

Kidney

Ampoxin 250 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ampoxin 250 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine.

Liver

Ampoxin 250 Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ampoxin 250 Capsule is recommended.

What If I Forget To Give Ampoxin 250 Capsule To My Child?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

FAQ’s

1. Is it safe to give Ampoxin 250 Capsule to children suffering from jaundice?

It is advised not to give Ampoxin 250mg Capsule to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Ampoxin 250mg Capsule contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.

2. Is Ampoxin 250 Capsule safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?

No, it is not advised to give Ampoxin 250mg Capsule if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Ampoxin 250mg Capsule can lead to the development of skin rashes.

3. Can I give Ampoxin 250 Capsule to my child repeatedly for a long time?

Giving your child Ampoxin 250mg Capsule for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Ampoxin 250mg Capsule can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Ampoxin 250 Capsule to your child exactly as prescribed.

4. Are there any possible serious side effects of Ampoxin 250 Capsule?

Although rare, Ampoxin 250mg Capsule may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.