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Novamox 500 MG Capsule

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsAmoxycillin
Description
Novamox 500 MG Capsule is an antibiotic. It is used orally to treat different types of bacterial infections of the throat, lungs, ears, nose, urinary tract, and skin. Novamox 500 MG Capsule is also used with other medications to stop the growth and kill Helicobacter pylori bacteria that cause stomach ulcer(s). It is not effective against infections caused by viruses or fungus. Novamox 500 MG Capsule shows side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration as this medicine may cause diarrhoea. Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known allergy to it and discontinue if any allergic reactions (skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling of face, lips, etc.) are experienced. Novamox 500 MG Capsule can be taken with or without food, and at the same time every day to ensure its better efficacy. Take the capsule as a whole without crushing or breaking it. Make sure that the course of antibiotic treatment is completed as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Novamox 500 MG Capsule on your own even if you feel better. Novamox 500 MG Capsule should be used cautiously by individuals with kidney problems, heart and liver problems. Novamox 500 MG Capsule can make birth control pills less effective. You may be asked to use a different birth control method to prevent unintended pregnancy. Novamox 500 MG Capsule can interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines before starting the treatment with this capsule. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking Novamox 500 MG Capsule.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Novamox 500 MG Capsule

  • Headache
  • Loose stools
  • Skin rash
  • Joint pain
  • Dizziness
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Tooth discolouration
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Change in taste
  • Loss of appetite

Uses of Novamox 500 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Acute otitis media
  • Sinusitis
  • Lung infections
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Cystitis
  • Gonorrhoea
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Dental Abcess
  • Bacterial Endocarditis
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
  • Typhoid fever
  • Pyelonephritis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Novamox 500 MG Capsule starts working within 1 hour of intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Novamox 500 MG Capsule lasts for about 6 to 8 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Novamox 500 MG Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Novamox 500 MG Capsule is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Novamox 500 MG Capsule is safe to be used during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause severe side effects in breastfed infants. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Novamox 500 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it. Some people may develop allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Novamox 500 MG Capsule is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Novamox 500 MG Capsule is safe to be used during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause severe side effects in breastfed infants. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Allergic reaction

Novamox 500 MG Capsule is likely to cause severe allergic reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or breathing difficulties.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish the entire course of treatment with Novamox 500 MG Capsule, even if your condition gets better, to avoid antibiotic resistance (a condition where infection-causing organisms develop the ability to defeat the effect of drugs designed to kill them). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, consult your doctor.

Diarrhoea

Novamox 500 MG Capsule can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Driving or operating machinery

Novamox 500 MG Capsule may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a Novamox 500 MG Capsule dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.

Overdose

Never take Novamox 500 MG Capsule more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Doxycycline

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Live cholera vaccine

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Disease interactions

Mononucleosis

Mononucleosis (kissing disease) is an infection caused by Epstein-Barr virus. It is spread through saliva. People with mononucleosis may develop a maculopapular skin rash (flat and small raised bumps on the skin) after 5-10 days of treatment with Novamox 500 MG Capsule that resolves within days of discontinuing the use. Novamox 500 MG Capsule may not be appropriate medicine in people with mononucleosis.

Colitis

Novamox 500 MG Capsule can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use Novamox 500 MG Capsule with extreme caution in case of gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen your condition.

Kidney Disease

Novamox 500 MG Capsule is filtered by the kidney and moved out of your body through urine. You will need special consideration if you have kidney problems. Taking this medicine while you have pre-existing kidney problems will lead to further damage. Dose adjustment will be done by your doctor based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

Urine Sugar Test

Novamox 500 MG Capsule is moved out from the body via urine. High urine concentrations of Novamox 500 MG Capsule might give a false-positive result for the urine sugar test (test to determine the presence of glucose). Inform your doctor or lab technician about the use of Novamox 500 MG Capsule before doing this test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Novamox 500 MG Capsule is used orally for treating bacterial infections and it is proven to be safe and effective. Take Novamox 500 MG Capsule with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. You should not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Do not crush, break or chew the capsule in your mouth.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Novamox 500 MG Capsule works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the bacteria, eventually killing them.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Aminopenicillins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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