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Amclo Benefits & Uses

Amclo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Amclo Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule

Amclo Related Warnings

Is the use of Amclo safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Amclo has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Amclo safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Amclo for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Amclo on the Kidneys?

Amclo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Amclo on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Amclo on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Amclo on the Heart?

Amclo may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amclo with Other Drugs

Amclo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Allopurinol

Moderate

Ciprofloxacin

Erythromycin

Amclo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amclo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amclo

Is this Amclo habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amclo is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Amclo as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Amclo only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Amclo is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Amclo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amclo

Taking Amclo with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amclo

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amclo with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amclo

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amclo treat sinus infection?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amclo can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Amclo and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amclo with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Amclo can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amclo?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Amclo can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Amclo?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Amclo is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amclo with Ibuprofen?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amclo can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.