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About Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is a 'broad-spectrum antibiotic' which treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule contains two antibiotics, namely: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.
The dose and duration of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any unpleasant side-effects/interactions.
Uses of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule
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Medicinal Benefits
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called penicillins. Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is composed of two antibiotics, namely: ampicillin and cloxacillin. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.
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What if I have taken an overdose of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule
Drug Warnings
Before starting Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any penicillin antibiotics, kidney/liver problems, infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), or leukaemia (blood cancer). Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pain. Talk to your doctor before taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule if you had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics or inflammation of the bowel. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule to prevent unpleasant side-effects.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
Limit consuming alcohol while taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide if Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mother's or not.
Driving
Safe
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule does not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the age and severity of the infection.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing bacterial infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.
Even if you feel better, it is recommended to complete the course of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule as prescribed by the doctor as it is an antibiotic, and stopping it in between may lead to antibiotic resistance.
Pseudomembranous colitis (swelling or inflammation of the large intestine) has been reported with the use of antibiotics. If you experience prolonged or significant diarrhoea with abdominal cramps, stop taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and consult your doctor immediately.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may affect the gut flora leading to decreased oestrogen reabsorption and lowered efficacy of combined oral contraceptives. Use other methods of contraception while on treatment with Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Your doctor will determine the duration of your treatment. If you have any concerns about using Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule, consult your doctor.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is not recommended as it is ineffective against colds, flu, or other viral infections. Using antibiotics unnecessarily increases the risk of developing antibiotic-resistant infections in the future. Therefore, please consult a doctor before use. Do not self-medicate.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be taken 30 to 60 minutes before meals as food can reduce absorption or as advised by your doctor.
No, they are not the same. Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is a combination of ampicillin and cloxacillin. While amoxicillin is a single antibiotic. Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and amoxicillin are penicillin-based antibiotics but are used for treating bacterial infections.
The dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor based on your medical condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule usually begins to work shortly after you start taking it. However, it may take a few days to eliminate all harmful bacteria and improve your symptoms.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be avoided with methotrexate, used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and certain types of cancer, as their combination may lead to serious side effects. However, you are recommended to consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule to avoid potential interactions.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule causes side effects such as diarrhoea, rash, nausea and vomiting. These gradually reduce over time. However, consult the doctor if persists longer durations.
Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may interact with sulfonamides, bacteriostatic medications, oral contraceptives, medicines that lower uric acid levels (like allopurinol), and aspirin (pain reliever). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, consult your doctor for advice before using Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule. It is recommended by doctor only if the benefits overweigh the risks.
If you have taken more than the recommended doses of Cloxapene 250 mg/250 mg Capsule, seek medical help right away by contacting your doctor.
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