Ampicillin (250mg)+ Cloxacillin (250mg)
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
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 themCommon side effects of Duoclox
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg 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.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg 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.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while taking this medicine.
Usually, Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop taking Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is used to treat patients with bacterial infections. It is a semi-synthetic derivative of the drug penicillin. It is used to treat urinary tract and respiratory tract infections, meningitis, gonorrhea and infections of the stomach or intestine.
Duoclox 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be avoided with methotrexate which is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and some forms of cancer. This is because combining the two medications can cause some serious side effects.
