TRIMOX
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING TRIMOX.
AMOXICILLIN, CARBENICILLIN, BACAMPICILLIN - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Amoxil, Geocillin, Spectrobid, Trimox, Wymox
USES:
TRIMOX is a penicillin-related antibiotic that is used to treat a
wide variety of bacterial infections.
HOW TO TAKE TRIMOX:
Take TRIMOX exactly as directed by your doctor. TRIMOX may be taken
with or without food. Antibiotics work best when the amount of
medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking
the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and
night. Continue to take TRIMOX until the full prescribed amount is
finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the
medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow and may
result in a relapse of the infection.
SIDE EFFECTS:
TRIMOX may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. If
these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Inform your
doctor if the following rare side effects occur:
sore mouth, sore throat, fever, easy bruising or bleeding. In the
unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek
immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction
include:
rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Before using TRIMOX tell your doctor your medical history
especially:
kidney disease, stomach/intestinal problems, blood disorders,
allergies to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, any other
allergies. Use of TRIMOX for prolonged or repeated periods may
result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal
yeast infection). Before using TRIMOX, tell your doctor if you are
pregnant. TRIMOX is excreted into breast milk and may have an effect
on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor and pharmacist of all medications you may use both
prescription and nonprescription, and especially:
birth control pills, live vaccines, tetracycline. TRIMOX may
interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss
using other methods of birth control with your doctor. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
seizures, agitation, confusion, tremors hallucinations,
unconsciousness, muscle weakness, or headaches.
NOTES:
TRIMOX has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not
use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. A
different medication may be necessary in those cases.
MISSED DOSE:
If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it
is almost time for the next dose. If it is nearly time for the next
dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do
not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE:
Keep at room temperature between 59 to 86 degrees F (15 to 30
degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture. Do not store in the
bathroom.
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