Brand name:
AMUROL (Novamox, Amoxicillin, Amoxil, Biomox, Polymox, Trimox, Wymox)
Generic name: Amoxicillin
Other brand name: Trimox
Why is Amoxil / Amoxicillin prescribed?
Amoxil / Amoxicillin, an antibiotic, is used to treat a wide variety of infections,
including: gonorrhea, middle ear infections, skin infections, upper
and lower respiratory tract infections, and infections of the genital
and urinary tract. In combination with other drugs such as Prilosec,
Prevacid, and/or Biaxin, it is also used to treat duodenal ulcers caused
by H. pylori bacteria (ulcers in the wall of the small intestine near
the exit from the stomach).
Most important fact about Amoxil / Amoxicillin
If you are allergic to either penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics
in any form, consult your local doctor before taking Amoxil / Amoxicillin. There is a possibility
that you are allergic to both types of medication; and if a reaction
occurs, it could be extremely severe. If you take the drug and feel
signs of a reaction, seek medical attention immediately.
How should you take AMUROL
Amoxil / Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food. If you are using Amoxil / Amoxicillin
suspension, shake it well before using.
Your local doctor will only prescribe Amoxil / Amoxicillin to treat a bacterial infection.
Amoxil / Amoxicillin will not cure a viral infection such as the common cold. It's
important to take all of your medication as instructed by your local doctor,
even if you're feeling better in a few days. Not finishing the complete
dosage of Amoxil / Amoxicillin may decrease the drug's effectiveness and increase
the chances for bacterial resistance to Amoxil / Amoxicillin and similar antibiotics.
If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next
dose, and you take 2 doses a day, take the one you missed and the next
dose 5 to 6 hours later. If you take 3 or more doses a day, take the
one you missed and the next dose 2 to 4 hours later. Then go back to
your regular schedule.
Storage instructions AMUROL (Novamox, Amoxicillin, Amoxil,
Biomox, Polymox, Trimox, Wymox)
Amoxil / Amoxicillin suspension and pediatric drops should be stored in a tightly
closed bottle. Discard any unused medication after 14 days. Refrigeration
is preferable.