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Staphymox Lb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Staphymox Lb have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Staphymox Lb is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Staphymox Lb include Flatulence, Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Staphymox Lb can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Staphymox Lb are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Staphymox Lb's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Staphymox Lb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Staphymox Lb related warnings section.
Staphymox Lb is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Eczema as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Staphymox Lb have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Staphymox Lb with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Staphymox Lb, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Staphymox Lb is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Staphymox Lb safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Staphymox Lb during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Staphymox Lb safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Staphymox Lb on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Staphymox Lb will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Staphymox Lb on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Staphymox Lb on kidney, information on safety of Staphymox Lb for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Staphymox Lb on the Liver?
Side effects of Staphymox Lb on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Staphymox Lb on the Heart?
Information about safety of Staphymox Lb for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Staphymox Lb 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 Staphymox Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Staphymox Lb habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Staphymox Lb is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Staphymox Lb
There is no information on the effects of taking Staphymox Lb with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Staphymox Lb
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Staphymox Lb and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Staphymox Lb 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.
Yes, Staphymox Lb can treat ear infection caused by bacteria. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes, Staphymox Lb can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Staphymox Lb 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.
Staphymox Lb can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, you can take Staphymox Lb with paracetamol. No clinical drug-drug interactions have observed between them. However, if you feel any side effects after consuming these two medicine at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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