Amoxycillin (500mg)
Additionally, Unimox 500mg Tablet 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.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
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 Unimox
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Unimox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Unimox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Unimox 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Unimox 500mg Tablet 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.
Unimox 500mg Tablet 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.
Unimox 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Unimox 500mg Tablet can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Unimox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Unimox 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Unimox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Unimox 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine
Yes, the use of Unimox 500mg Tablet 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 Unimox 500mg Tablet.
Unimox 500mg Tablet is usually considered to be safe when taken as advised by your doctor.
No, Unimox 500mg Tablet has not been reported to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Unimox 500mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
Although it is rare but yes, Unimox 500mg Tablet 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.
Yes, the use of Unimox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Usually, Unimox 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Unimox 500mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Unimox 500mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
Although it is rare but yes, Unimox 500mg Tablet 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.
Yes, the use of Unimox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
No, do not stop taking Unimox 500mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
Usually, Unimox 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Unimox 500mg Tablet.
Unimox 500mg Tablet is usually considered to be safe when taken as advised by your doctor.
No, Unimox 500mg Tablet has not been reported to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Unimox 500mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Yes, the use of Unimox 500mg Tablet 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 Unimox 500mg Tablet.
