Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum anti-biotic from the group of semisynthetic penicillins.
Indications
Infectious illnesses of the upper breathing, bronchi and breathing system (whooping coughing, a sore throat, pharyngitis, serious otitis press otitis press, breathing disease, lung abscess, pneumonia).
Infectious illnesses of the genitourinary program (pyelonephritis, pyelitis, cystitis, urethritis, epididymitis, prostatitis, straightforward gonorrhea).
Infectious illnesses of the female extra (adnexitis, endometritis, septic abortion, etc.).
Infectious illnesses of the digestive program (enterocolitis, peritonitis, cholecystitis, cholangitis, paratyphoid warm, typhoid warm, dysentery, salmonellosis).
Infectious and inflamation related patches of the epidermis and soft tissue (infected injuries, impetigo, erysipelas, etc.).
Other contagious illnesses (listeriosis, leptospirosis, Lyme illness (borreliosis)).
In mixture with metronidazole and omeprazole, it is used to treat peptic ulcer and gastritis. As part of a mixture therapy, Amoxicillin can be used during therapy of septicemia and contagious meningitis. It is prophylactically prescribed for a temporary (1-2 days) during various functions.
Side effects
Amoxicillin can cause such side effects as diarrhoea, nausea or nausea (sometimes vomiting), and heartburn. These signs occur because medications can eliminate not only pathogenic parasites but also beneficial parasites, thereby interfering with the natural bacterial balance in the body system. Based on the intensity of signs and harshness of the illness in such situations, the amount may be reduced or the medication changed.
Rare part effects
In some situations (usually with extended use of the drug), Amoxicillin can induce yeast infection (fungal infection) of the mouth, digestive system or vaginal canal. Empyesis, dermatitis, and medication warm are unusual. Some other unusual side effects consist of excessive excitement, sleeplessness and complications.
There were reports of separated situations where the medication triggered changes in the hematopoietic program (anemia, loss of white blood vessels tissues and platelets, affected blood vessels clotting). All these changes were undoable and vanished when the medication was removed.
Serious part effects
Generally, side effects on the digestive program are light or average. However, there were separated situations of long-term severe diarrhoea. Serious but very unusual side effects consist of liver disease, cholestatic jaundice and nephritis.
Patients receiving great dosage of the medication or suffering from kidney failing may develop convulsions.
Allergic reactions
People with sensitivity to Amoxicillin may experience allergies due to the use of Amoxicillin: allergy, inflammation of the epidermis (erythema), rhinitis, conjunctivitis, rapid improve in temperature, a rise in the variety of eosinophils in the blood vessels, angioedema, and hypersensitive (anaphylactic) shock. If the use of Amoxicillin causes any sensitivity, therapy with the medication should be ceased instantly. Because of the great likelihood of developing allergies, this medication is also not recommended in case the affected person does not accept penicillin.
Changes in clinical tests
There is the possibility of anemia (a loss of red blood vessels cells), changes in blood vessels neutrophils and leukocytes, thrombocytopenic purpura (decreased variety of platelets in the blood), and as a result, frequent subcutaneous lose blood.
Side results during maternity and breastfeeding
Clinical research no part results on baby development in the use of Amoxicillin during maternity. However, the medication should be taken with caution. The doctor should be instantly informed at the incident of any change in the condition of the body system. The medication can be applied during nursing. It goes into breast dairy, but in quantities completely safe for the baby.
Side results in children
Children may have the same side effects and allergies as in adults during therapy with Amoxicillin.
