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Fuzimox 500 Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Fuzimox 500 Capsule have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fuzimox 500 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Fuzimox 500 Capsule have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fuzimox 500 Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Fuzimox 500 Capsule's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fuzimox 500 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fuzimox 500 Capsule related warnings section.
Fuzimox 500 Capsule is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Eczema as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fuzimox 500 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Fuzimox 500 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fuzimox 500 Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Fuzimox 500 Capsule is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Fuzimox 500 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Fuzimox has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Fuzimox 500 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Fuzimox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fuzimox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Fuzimox 500 Capsule on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Fuzimox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fuzimox 500 Capsule on the Liver?
Fuzimox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fuzimox 500 Capsule on the Heart?
Fuzimox may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Fuzimox 500 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fuzimox 500 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fuzimox 500 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fuzimox 500 Capsule has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fuzimox 500 Capsule will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fuzimox 500 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fuzimox 500 Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fuzimox 500 Capsule
It is safe to take Fuzimox 500 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fuzimox 500 Capsule
Drinking alcohol while taking Fuzimox 500 Capsule may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Fuzimox can cause yeast infection especially in women. You are recommended to inform doctor/gynaecologist if you are experiencing symptoms of yeast infections after taking this medicine.
Fuzimox 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.
Fuzimox works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.
Yes, Fuzimox can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Yes, Fuzimox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amoxil (amoxicillin)
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