Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet

Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet contains Amoxycillin and Sulbactam. Amoxycillin is a type of 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 Amoxycillin's antibacterial activity.

You should take this medicine exactly as the doctor prescribed it. The common side-effects of Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet are 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.

Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication, as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and elderly people. It is not known whether Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet interacts with alcohol or if it may affect your ability to drive. So, please discuss with your doctor the possible risks and benefits before consuming alcohol with Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet.

Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet contains Amoxycillin and Sulbactam. Amoxycillin is a penicillin antibiotic and treats the infection by killing the bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase (an enzyme produced by bacteria that can destroy antibiotics) inhibitor and prevents the destruction of Amoxycillin from the bacteria. Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet 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.

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

It is not recommended to take Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet if you are allergic to penicillin, other antibiotics, or this medicine's contents. Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet should not be given to people with infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever) and colitis (intestine inflammation). Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and elderly people. It is not known whether Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet interacts with alcohol or if it may affect your ability to drive. So, please discuss with your doctor the possible risks and benefits before taking alcohol along with Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet may interact with aminoglycosides (gentamicin), blood thinners (warfarin), and anti-rheumatic drugs (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol may increase the side effects of Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet. Hence, it is advised to limit the intake of alcohol while using Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet 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

• 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. Thus, fibre rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

• On prolonged therapy, periodic monitoring of renal, hepatic, and hematologic functions is advised. Also, monitor for signs of anaphylaxis during the first dose.
• Even if you feel better after taking Fmx SB 500mg/500mg Tablet, do not stop taking it until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.

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 bacteria 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.