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Aumoxtine 500 is a drug indicated in cases of infections of the respiratory tract, ENT, oral, digestive, liver and biliary... To use the drug properly, bring the best treatment effect, the Learning about the ingredients, uses, and side effects of the drug is of paramount importance.
1. What is Aumoxtine 500? What's the use?
Aumoxtine 500 is a product belonging to the group of parasites, anti-infectives, antivirals, antifungals. The main ingredient of the drug is Amoxicillin trihydrate (equivalent to Amoxicillin 500mg) and excipients just enough. Currently, the drug is being widely circulated at drugstores nationwide, sold as a prescription drug to treat infections or prevent some infections.
Aumoxtine 500 contains the main ingredient Amoxicillin 500mg. This active ingredient is inherently stable in acid environment, has a broader spectrum of action than Benzylpenicillin, giving effective resistance against gram-negative bacilli. The drug's mechanism of action is similar to that of other penicillins, providing bactericidal activity by inhibiting the biosynthesis of mucopeptides in the bacterial cell wall.
2. Indications and contraindications
Currently, Aumoxtine 500 is often indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections, specifically:
People with upper respiratory tract infections, otitis media. Treatment of abscess around the tooth socket, bronchitis, pneumonia. People with urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases including gonorrhea. In cases of biliary tract infections, skin and muscle infections or Lyme disease in children, Aumoxtine 500 is also often recommended. Effective in the prophylaxis of endocarditis. Use in combination with Clarithromycin and Proton Pump Inhibitors in H.Pylori eradication regimens. Along with drug indications that should be noted, Aumoxtine is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with a history of allergy to Penicillin should not take the drug. People infected with viruses of the Herpes group, especially with infectious mononucleosis.
3. Instructions on how to use Aumoxtine effectively
Aumoxtine 500 is a drug used orally with a reference dose as follows:
Adults: Dosage is at 250 - 500 mg, taken every 8 hours. Children over 10 years old: Use with a dose of 125 - 250mg, every 8 hours. Children under 20kg: Use at a dose of 20-40 mg/kg body weight/day. In addition, depending on the type of disease to be treated, you can consider the dose as follows:
Treatment of uncomplicated acute urinary tract infections: Use a dose of 3g, repeat after 10-12 hours. Treatment of abscesses around the teeth: Use with a dose of 3g, repeat after 8 hours. Prophylaxis of endocarditis: Use a dose of 3g 1 hour before procedures such as tooth extraction. Patients with severe respiratory tract infections: It is necessary to use a high-dose regimen with a dose of 3 g x 2 times/day. Children with otitis media (from 3 to 10 years old): 750 mg twice daily for 2 days can be used. For patients with renal failure, the dose of Aumoxtine 500 should be reduced according to the creatinine clearance:
Cl creatinine < 10 ml/min: 500 mg/24 hours. Cl creatinine > 10 ml/min: Use at a dose of 500 mg/12 hours.
4. Some side effects of Aumoxtine 500
Similar to many other antibiotics, during the use of Aumoxtine, patients may experience some unwanted side effects such as:
Appears allergic reactions, redness, hives on the skin. Nausea or vomiting, diarrhea. Rare side effects include mild hepatic elevation of SGOT, agitation, anxiety, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, leukopenia, agranulocytosis, and anaphylaxis. Before taking Aumoxtine, you need to inform your doctor about any unwanted effects you experience.
5. Some notes when using Aumoxtine 500
In order to promote the effectiveness of Aumoxtine in the treatment of diseases and reduce the risk of side effects, users should note:
It is possible to take the drug before or after meals because Aumoxtine is not affected by food in the stomach. If taking drugs for long-term treatment, the liver and kidney function should be checked periodically. Do not use the drug if there is a suspicion of infectious mononucleosis. In patients with renal impairment, the dose should be adjusted so as not to affect the patient's condition. If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. In case it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take it as scheduled. Never take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. Store the medicine in a cool, dry place, avoid direct sunlight or keep it in a humid place, pay attention to the best Aumoxtine storage temperature is below 30 degrees Celsius. Keep the medicine out of reach. small children, domestic animals. Be sure to check the expiration date of the medicine before taking it. Be sure to drink plenty of water while taking the medicine. Only use drugs for pregnant women, lactating women when absolutely necessary, as prescribed by a specialist. With effective uses in the treatment of diseases, Aumoxtine 500 is a drug that appears in many prescriptions today. However, you need to use the drug in the right dose, according to the instructions of the doctor, absolutely do not buy and use the drug on your own to protect the best health.
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