P&P Life Care - Moxonic

MEDICAL DESCRIPTION

Moxonic-625 Tablet contains a combination of two medicines Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid. It belongs to class of penicillin antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of various bacterial infections such as infection of lungs, airways, ears, urinary tract, skin, bone, joints, soft tissue and tooth. Moxonic-625 Tablet works by combined action of its two components. Amoxicillin kills the bacteria which are responsible for infections and Clavulanic acid helps in maintaining an optimal level of Amoxicillin by inactivating the enzymes which break the Amoxicillin. Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to antibiotics or have experienced any allergic reaction after taking antibiotics. This medicine should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester.

Uses of Moxonic-625mg Tablet:

Treatment of infections caused by bacteria such as sinus infection, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infection, bone, tooth and joint infections.

Contraindications of Moxonic-625mg Tablet
- If you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to any other antibiotic like cephalosporins, monobactam, carbapenem.
- If you have experienced liver problems & jaundice with this medicine before.
SIDE EFFECTS:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Infection of skin & nails
- Difficulty in digestion
- Skin rashes & irritation
- Headache
- Dizziness

Q.What is Clavulanic acid for?

It is a beta-lactamase inhibitor combined with certain penicillin antibiotics to overcome antibiotic resistance

Q.How does Clavulanic acid work?

Addition of clavulanic acid re-establishes the activity of amoxicillin against bacterias resistant to amoxicillin

Q.How should Clavulanic acid be used?

Take this drug as directed by the doctor

Q.What is Amoxicillin for?

Amoxicillin is used to stop or treat certain bacterial infections, such as infections of the ears, nose, throat, urinary tract and skin.

Q.How does Amoxicillin work?

It is a penicillin like antibiotic and works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Precautions and Warnings of Moxonic-625mg Tablet

1.Pregnancy

Q.Can I drive if I have consumed Moxonic-625 Tablet?

It is advised not to take this medicine during pregnancy until considered essential by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or you are planning to have a baby.

2.Breastfeeding

Q.Can I take Moxonic-625 Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advised not to breastfeed when you are taking Moxonic-625 Tablet. The components of this medicine passes into breast milk & is known to cause fungal infection of mouth and diarhhea in your baby.

3.Driving

Q: Can I drive if I have consumed Moxonic-625 Tablet?

It is advised not to drive or use medicines when you have taken Moxonic-625 Tablet as it may cause dizziness, fits and allergic reactions.

4.Alcohol

Q.Can I consume alcohol with Moxonic-625 Tablet?

It is advisable to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the treatment, as it may worsen the side effects like dizziness and fits.

Q.Can I take Amoxicillin with other medicines?

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

OTHER GENERAL WARNING

Talk to your doctor if

You ever had allergic reactions to penicillin, cephalosporins.
You are an elderly patient.
You have liver problems.
You have a kidney problem as you may experience fits.
You experience redness of the skin followed by eruptions.
You experience fatigue, fever, rash and swollen glands.
You have diarrhoea and abdominal pain even after stopping treatment with this medicine.
You have difficulty in passing urine.

Mode of Action of Moxonic-625mg Tablet:

How it works

Moxonic-625 Tablet works by killing the bacteria responsible for infections. However, the bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) which can destroy Amoxicillin. Clavulanic acid inactivates this enzyme and hence helps Amoxicillin to function optimally.

Directions for Use of Moxonic-625mg Tablet

Take Moxonic-625 Tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
Take this tablet after meals to avoid stomach problems.

Interactions of Moxonic-625mg Tablet with other medicines:

There is increased risk of bleeding when taken with medicines used to thin the blood like warfarin, acenocoumarol, it is advised to regularly monitor the blood tests like PT-INR.
Increased side effects when taken with methotrexate which is used in treatment of cancer.
Medicines used to treat gout like allopurinol or probenecid and medicines used to modify immune response during organ transplant like mycophenolate mofetil should be used cautiously with Moxonic-625 Tablet.

Storage and disposal of Moxonic-625mg Tablet:

Store the medicine at or below 25°C in the original package to protect it from catching moisture
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.

DOSAGE OF MOXONIC-625mg TABLET

Overdose

Taking Moxonic-625 Tablet in high doses may result in serious kidney damage and fits. Symptoms of overdose include stomach disturbances, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness and fluid retention. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

It is advised not to miss any dose of antibiotics as it can result in failure of therapy. If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate the missed one.

MOXONIC-625 TABLET

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