Blumox DT 250mg Tablet 15'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Amoxycillin 250 mg Also Known As: Amoxicillin
Manufacturer
Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Variant
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET contains Amoxicillin which belongs to the group of medicines called Penicillins. It is used to manage wide range of infections caused by gram positive and gram-negative bacteria which includes respiratory infection (such as otitis media), sinus infection, gynaecological infection, urinary tract infection and other serious infections (such as septicaemia). BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients suffering from mononucleosis (glandular fever caused by Epstein Barr Virus) and/or certain infections (especially urinary tract infection, a severe infection of ear/nose/throat) caused by the non-susceptible pathogen. Before taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures/fits, meningeal disorders, diarrhoea, kidney problems (such as renal impairment) and/or liver problems (such as hepatic impairment). BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (from 6 months to 18 years of age) and elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. The most common
Uses
OF BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET Manage wide range of infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria which includes respiratory infection (such as otitis media), sinus infection, gynaecological infection, urinary tract infection and other serious infections (such as septicaemia)
How It Works
BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET works by inhibiting penicillin-binding proteins that are responsible for bacterial cell wall formation. This leads to the activation of autolytic enzymes in the bacterial cell wall which causes its destruction thus managing the spread of infection in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Tablet, Capsule: Take BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Dispersible Tablet: Take BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Disperse BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned on the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will recommend the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET are skin rash, nausea and diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen. USES OF BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET Manage wide range of infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria which includes respiratory infection (such as otitis media), sinus infection, gynaecological infection, urinary tract infection and other serious infections (such as septicaemia) HOW BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET WORKSBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET works by inhibiting penicillin-binding proteins that are responsible for bacterial cell wall formation. This leads to the activation of autolytic enzymes in the bacterial cell wall which causes its destruction thus managing the spread of infection in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETablet, Capsule: Take BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Dispersible Tablet: Take BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Disperse BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned on the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will recommend the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea nausea skin rash UNCOMMON vomiting urticaria (red itchy welts) itching RARE signs of prolonged prothrombin time such as bleeding/bruising, bleeding gums and/or nosebleeds Stop taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: inflammation of the colon with diarrhoea (sometimes containing blood), pain and fever signs of allergic reactions such as skin itching or rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, body or breathing difficulties signs of an anaphylactic reaction (life-threating allergic reaction) such as red itchy welts, itchy skin, low blood pressure and dizziness signs of acute generalized exanthemas pustulosis (severe drug reaction) such as red skin
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is clearly necessary. Contact your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you have allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions after taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET. KIDNEYBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients undergoing haemodialysis and in patients suffering from kidney problems such as renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver problems such as hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET if you are allergic to Amoxicillin, penicillin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: infectious mononucleosis (glandular fever caused by Epstein Barr Virus) certain infections (particularly urinary tract infections, a severe infection of the ear/nose/throat) caused by the non-susceptible pathogen Before taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: history of seizures/fits history of meningeal disorders suffer from diarrhoea are scheduled for any diagnostic tests Use in Paediatrics: BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (from 6 months to 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in Geriatrics: BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage gout (Ex. probenecid, allopurinol) antiperistaltic medicines (Ex. difenoxin, diphenoxylate, loperamide) medicines used for managing blood clots (Ex. warfarin, acenocoumarol) medicines used to manage infections caused by bacteria including pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections such as tetracycline (Ex. doxycycline, minocycline) methotrexate (used to manage certain types of cancer) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fluid & electrolyte imbalance (with associated signs such as confusion, irritability, tiredness and/or headache), crystalluria (with associated signs such as pain while urination, fever and/or cloudy urine) and/or convulsions. SYNOPSIS Drug : Amoxicillin Pharmacological Category : Antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Bacterial infections in various parts of the body Dosage Forms : Dispersible tablets, Tablets, Chewable tablets, Capsule, Drops, Dry Syrup, Injection, Oral Suspension, Suspension, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children Store BLUMOX DT 250MG TABLET below 30°C
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Last Updated
31 Dec 2022