What is the difference between amoxycillin and penicillin?

Amoxycillin belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotics. Pressmox 500mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of bacteria. On the other hand, penicillin is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic effective against fewer bacteria.

How can I manage diarrhoea, a side effect of Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

Do not use anti diarrhoeal until the doctor has prescribed you. You can drink plenty of fluids (electrolytes) to avoid dehydration. Besides this, you can also take prebiotics or probiotics to manage diarrhoea as it may help increase the number of good bacteria in the intestine, which aids indigestion.

What precaution should I take in case of urinary tract infection?

Try to stay well hydrated by drinking at least six glasses of water or other fluid per day. Always keep your bladder empty as much as possible by peeing regularly.

Do I need to avoid any food or drink along with Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

After taking an antibiotic, you may need to wait for up to three hours to eat or drink any dairy products, including milk and butter, yoghurt, and cheese. Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing minerals like calcium may also work to dampen the effect of antibiotics.

If I start feeling well, can I skip the dose of Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

Do not stop using Pressmox 500mg Tablet even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and to worsen the disease.

What are the side effects of Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

Pressmox 500mg Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Is Pressmox 500mg Tablet safe to use in pregnancy?

Pressmox 500mg Tablet can be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate, especially during pregnancy since there is limited safety information available on the use of Pressmox 500mg Tablet during pregnancy. Consult a doctor before taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet .

Who should not take Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

You should not take Pressmox 500mg Tablet if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe kidney or liver disease, adrenal gland failure, an electrolyte imbalance, or an allergy to Pressmox 500mg Tablet or sulfa drugs. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effect on your baby.

Is Pressmox 500mg Tablet effective?

Pressmox 500mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet even if you see improvement in your condition as discontinuing Pressmox 500mg Tablet too early may cause symptoms to worsen or reoccur.

What if I forget to take a dose of Pressmox 500mg Tablet ?

If you forget to take a dose of Pressmox 500mg Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Pressmox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia and also used to treat diarrhoea. This medicine contains amoxycillin, which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas.

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Composition :

AMOXYCILLIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Pressmox 500mg Tablet

Pressmox 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of anti-bacterial or antibiotics known as penicillin. Pressmox 500mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat different types of bacterial infections like chest infections (pneumonia, bronchitis), ear/nose/throat (ENT) infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, leg ulcers, gum ulcers, dental infections, and pressure sores. Besides this, it is also used with various antibiotics like clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcers caused by H. Pyroli bacteria.

Pressmox 500mg Tablet contains Amoxycillin, which kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Pressmox 500mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria.

During the treatment with Pressmox 500mg Tablet , you may observe some common side effects like feeling sick (nausea) and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and are resolved over time. However, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know.

Do not use Pressmox 500mg Tablet without doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Do not use Pressmox 500mg Tablet in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet to rule out any side effects. Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication, as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics.

Uses of Pressmox 500mg Tablet

Treatment of bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Take it with food to avoid stomach upset. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it in the dose prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Pressmox 500mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that helps treat various bacterial infections like ear, nose, or throat (ENT) infections, skin infections, genitourinary tract, and lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria. Pressmox 500mg Tablet is effective against gram-positive (S. pneumoniae) and gram-negative bacteria (E. coli, Haemophilus influenza, Neisseria gonorrhoea). Besides this, Pressmox 500mg Tablet also helps treat stomach ulcers caused by the H Pyroli bacteria. If combined with antibiotics like clarithromycin and acidity medicine like lansoprazole, it helps reduce the symptoms of duodenum ulcers. Pressmox 500mg Tablet can be safely prescribed and well-tolerated among adults, children, pregnant and nursing mothers.

How Pressmox 500mg Tablet Works

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Pressmox 500mg Tablet

Feeling sick (nausea)
Diarrhoea

What if I have taken an overdose of Pressmox 500mg Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include cloudy/bloody urine and decreased urination. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Pressmox 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet may cause antibiotic-induced diarrhoea in some cases. Penicillin antibiotics, blood thinners (warfarin, coumadin), uric acid-lowering drugs (allopurinol, probenecid), and anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drugs (methotrexate) may severely interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet . Tell your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease or viral glandular fever (mononucleosis) before taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet . This medicine may lower the efficiency of oral birth control pills or contraceptive devices. An intake of Pressmox 500mg Tablet may alter some glucose urine tests like the copper reduction test report.

Drug-Drug Interactions

AmoxicillinBCG vaccine

Severe

AmoxicillinZalcitabine

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

AmoxicillinBCG vaccine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of BCG vaccine with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's may reduce the effect of BCG vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are about to receive BCG vaccine, inform the doctor that you are taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

AmoxicillinZalcitabine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's and Zalcitabine can be decreased when combined with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Zalcitabine and Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

AmoxicillinDoxycycline

Severe

How does the drug interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's with doxycycline may reduce the therapeutic effect of Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's and Doxycycline, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

AmoxicillinMethotrexate

Severe

How does the drug interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's can increase the levels and side effects of methotrexate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, chills, fever, sore throat, body pains. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

AmoxicillinCholera, live attenuated

Severe

How does the drug interact with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's and Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the activity of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Pressmox 500mg Tablet 10's or have been treated within the last 14 days, talk to your doctor before receiving cholera vaccine, live. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

After taking the full course of Pressmox 500mg Tablet , probiotics should be taken to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestine 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 and kimchi can restore the intestine's good bacteria stink.
Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
Avoid taking too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Pressmox 500mg Tablet .
Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Pressmox 500mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Pressmox 500mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

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Alcohol

Caution

Do not drink too much while taking this medicine. Drinking a lot of alcohol may more likely to drowsiness, dizziness or sleepiness side effects.

Pregnancy

Caution

Pressmox 500mg Tablet is a pregnancy category B drug. So, Pressmox 500mg Tablet can be safely taken by pregnant women if prescribed by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Can safely give Pressmox 500mg Tablet to breastfeeding mothers.

Driving

Caution

You may have side effects like dizziness after taking Pressmox 500mg Tablet that may make you unfit to drive. So, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery until you are feeling well.

Liver

Safe if prescribed

Pressmox 500mg Tablet can be safely taken in case of liver disease if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Pressmox 500mg Tablet .

Kidney

Caution

Take Pressmox 500mg Tablet with caution if you have severe kidney disease. Your doctor may reduce the dose of Pressmox 500mg Tablet in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR less than 30 mL/min).

Children

Safe if prescribed

Can be Pressmox 500mg Tablet safely to children, dose to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India

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M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

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