Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition : Ampicillin(250mg), Cloxacillin(250mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Exerts bactericidal activity via inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding one or more of the penicillin binding proteins (PBPs). Exerts bacterial autolytic effect by inhibition of certain PBPs related to the activation of a bacterial autolytic process
Ampicillin is well-absorbed from the GI tract (though food reduces its absorption), and reaches peak concentrations in one to two hours. The bioavailability is around 62% for parenteral routes. Unlike other penicillins, which usually bind 60–90% to plasma proteins, ampicillin binds to only 15–20%.
Cloxacillin is an antibiotic agent used for the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal and pneumococcal infections as well as staphylococcal infections. A semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotic which is a chlorinated derivative of oxacillin
Allergic reaction
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever) leukaemia (blood cancer).
Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol with Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used to treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections.
AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN is bactericidal in nature.AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN may have interaction with antibiotics with sulphonamides (sulfamethoxazol/trimethoprim, sulfadiazine and sulfisoxazole), other antibiotics (azithromycin, gentamycin), anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout which decreases uric acid
Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Stop taking Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long does Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule takes to work?
Usually, Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can I stop taking Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. What is Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule used for?
Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule is used to treat patients with bacterial infections. It is a semi-synthetic derivative of the drug penicillin. It is used to treat urinary tract and respiratory tract infections, meningitis, gonorrhea and infections of the stomach or intestine.
Q. Which medicines should be avoided while taking Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule?
Cloxaid 250 mg/250 mg Capsule should be avoided with methotrexate which is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and some forms of cancer. This is because combining the two medications can cause some serious side effects.
