Amoxicillin - Drug Details

Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Moxatag)

Classification

Antibiotic, penicillin

Mechanism of Action

Indications

Bacterial infections such as otitis media, sinusitis, respiratory infections

Dosage and Administration

500 mg orally every 8 hours or 875 mg every 12 hours

Forms

Capsules, tablets, suspension

Side Effects

Rash, diarrhea, nausea

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to penicillins or cephalosporins

Interactions

May reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives

Precautions

Use caution in patients with severe renal impairment

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: 1-1.5 hours, primarily excreted in urine

Pharmacodynamics

Bactericidal against susceptible organisms

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature, protect from moisture

Patient Counselling

Take the full course of therapy, even if symptoms improve early

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