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About Fmx CV 250mg/125mg Tablet

AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID belongs to a group of antibiotics known as penicillin combination. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that works against various types of bacteria. AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID is made up of two medicines: Amoxicillin (the active part of antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (that boosts the efficacy of the amoxicillin). AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID is generally prescribed to prevent middle ear and sinus infections, throat or lung respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, soft tissue infections, dental infections, joint and bone infections.

Uses of Fmx CV 250mg/125mg Tablet

Bacterial Infections (Ear infections (acute otitis media), Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Urinary tract infections, skin infections, etc.)

Medicinal Benefits of Fmx CV 250mg/125mg Tablet

AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that covers a very wide range of bacterial infections. AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID has the advantage of having Clavulanic acid, which protects amoxicillin from getting destroyed by the bacterial enzyme increasing its efficacy. Besides this, it helps overcome antibiotic resistance in bacteria caused by the enzyme which destroys amoxicillin (beta-lactamase). This makes the drug effective in multiple infections like ear infections (acute otitis media), bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections, etc. It can be used safely in children, pregnancy, and breastfeeding if taken at the prescription of the doctor.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water at the start of a meal or slightly before. Space the doses evenly during the day, as prescribed by your doctor. Do not chew or crush it. If you cannot swallow the tablet as a whole, you may break the pill into half and take both halves one at a time.

Side Effects of Fmx CV 250mg/125mg Tablet

Most of the side effects of AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Some common side effects of AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID are vomiting, diarrhoea, indigestion, etc. Some people may be allergic to the penicillin group of antibiotics. So a 'sensitivity test' may be required before use. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or the penicillin group of antibiotics in particular. Everyone doesn't need to experience the above side effects. In case of any discomfort, speak with your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

After taking AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID, if you have an allergy-like symptom, including rash, swelling of the face/lips/throat, difficulty in breathing, or tightness in the chest, immediately contact your doctor. Do not take AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID if you have an allergy to AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID, penicillin or cephalosporin class of antibiotics as it may cause skin rash, itching, and difficulty in breathing. People having a liver disease or jaundice (yellowing of skin/eye) should not take AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID, as it can damage your liver severely. You may have diarrhea in some cases, which can be managed by taking it with any probiotics and plenty of fluids. 

Drug-Drug Interaction:

Care should be exercised when AMOXICILLIN+CLAVULANIC ACID is administered in combination with gout medicine (allopurinol, probenecid), blood thinner (warfarin), anticancer, or anti-arthritis drug (methotrexate), and drug to prevent organ transplant (mycophenolate mofetil).