Amoctam 1.5G Injection

Amoctam 1.5G Injection belongs to the group of medications called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Symptoms of bacterial infection vary depending on the organ affected by bacteria.

Amoctam 1.5G Injection contains Amoxicillin and Sulbactam. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is required for bacterial survival. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and improves Amoxicillin's antibacterial activity.

Amoctam 1.5G Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. The common side-effects of Amoctam 1.5G Injection are redness, irritation, or pain at the injection site, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to amoxicillin, sulbactam, or any other medicines in the past or if you have had liver or kidney problems. It is essential to inform the healthcare professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements, without first consulting your doctor. It is not known whether Amoctam 1.5G Injection interacts with alcohol or if it affects your ability to drive. So, please discuss with your doctor about the possible risks and benefits before consuming alcohol with Amoctam 1.5G Injection.

Amoctam 1.5G Injection contains Amoxicillin and Sulbactam. Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic that treats infection by killing bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase (an enzyme produced by bacteria that can destroy antibiotics) inhibitor and prevents the destruction of Amoxicillin from the bacteria. Amoctam 1.5G Injection has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as skin infections, gynaecological infections and intra-abdominal infections.

• Redness, irritation, or pain at the injection site 
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Inform your doctor about allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to food or any medicines. Also, let your doctor know if you have had liver or kidney problems or any other severe illness. It is essential to inform the healthcare professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements, without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Amoctam 1.5G Injection may interact with an aminoglycoside (e.g. gentamicin), blood thinner (e.g. warfarin) and anti-rheumatic (e.g. methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol may increase the side effects of Amoctam 1.5G Injection. Hence, it is advised to limit the intake of alcohol while using Amoctam 1.5G Injection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Amoctam 1.5G Injection may have interaction with disease conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the intestine's lining), mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), and severe kidney impairment.

• GENTAMICIN
• WARFARIN
• METHOTREXATE

• Probiotics should be taken after taking an entire course of Amoctam 1.5G Injection to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Amoctam 1.5G Injection as they can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Amoctam 1.5G Injection in the fight off infections.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. It can target any organ of the body and multiply very quickly. Many give off chemicals called toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses (like sore throat and ear infections) to severe brain infections (like meningitis and encephalitis). When infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue.  A few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can get a bacterial infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.