Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT
Additionally, Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT helps to eliminate a bacteria known as H. pylori in people with peptic ulcer disease. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine is best taken with a meal to reduce the chance of a stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it.
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.
Additionally, Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT helps to eliminate a bacteria known as H. pylori in people with peptic ulcer disease. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine is best taken with a meal to reduce the chance of a stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
03Uses
Treatment of Bacterial infections
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT, 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.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat gum ulcers and other dental infections (abscesses), leg ulcers and pressure sores. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Diarrhea
Nausea
Allergic reaction
Vomiting
Rash
09Safety Information
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT 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.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:CAUTION
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine
10Drug Tips
Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
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 Astoxy 250mg Tablet DT may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
References
Sources and references
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