Moxycarb Capsule
Brand Name | Moxycarb Capsule |
Salt Composition |
Amoxicillin (500mg) + Carbocisteine (150mg) |
Strength | 500mg + 150mg |
Product Form | Capsule |
Pack | 10 Capsule(s) in Strip |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Antibiotic |
SubCategory |
Anti-Biotic |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd, Godrej BKC, Plot C 68, G block 16th Floor, Bandra Kurla Complex Near MCA Club, Bandra ( E ) Mumbai – 400 051, India. |
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- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to penicillins, cephalosporins, and Carbapenems
- The use of this medicine increases the risk of developing bacterial or fungal superinfections
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine if you are having a previous history of cholestatic jaundice, hepatic dysfunction that is associated with Amoxicillin
- Anaphylaxis
- Liver enzymes elevation
- Mucocutaneous candidiasis
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rash
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Serum sickness-like reactions
- How long should I take the Moxycarb capsule?
- Is the Moxycarb capsule is effective?
- What if I do not get better after using the Moxycarb capsule?
- Therapy should be administered with caution if you have a history of penicillin allergy
- The use of this drug should be avoided in patients with infectious mononucleosis because it may increase the risk of developing an erythematous skin rash
- The use of this drug may cause clostridium difficile associated diarrhea
- A high dose may cause a false urine glucose test
- Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with a history of hepatic impairment, and hypatic dysfunction
- You have a history of gastrointestinal disease
- You are not responding to the treatment
- You have experienced any allergic reaction like rashes and itching
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.
Medical Description of Moxycarb Capsule
The Moxycarb Capsule contains Amoxicillin (500mg) and Carbocisteine (150mg) used to treat bacterial infections such as Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis, Urinary tract infections, Endocarditis, Stomach ulcers, Typhoid fever, Dental abscess, and Gonorrhoea. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Mainly bacterial infection targets the respiratory tract, lungs, nose, and throat. Carbocisteine is a mucolytic agent which helps to loosen the mucus and make the cough out. This combination is used to fight against the bacteria and it also thins the mucus for cough easily. This medicine is not used for common flu and cold symptoms that occur due to viral infections. This medicine is commonly prescribed for cough and colds caused by bacterial infections.
Moxycarb Capsule Uses
It is used in the treatment of the following conditions as Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis, Urinary tract infections, Endocarditis, Stomach ulcers, Typhoid fever, Dental abscess, and Gonorrhoea
Moxycarb Capsule Benefits
Bacterial infections:
Bacterial infection occurs when bacteria enter your body and start multiplying which may cause tissue damage and make you sick. Mostly it is caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus organisms. The bacterial diseases are cholera, bacterial meningitis, tetanus, gonorrhea, pneumonia, and syphilis. Symptoms include fever, chills, and sweats, inflamed lymph nodes, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Acute bronchitis
It is a viral infection that causes inflammation in the bronchial tubes. It is mostly caused by rhinovirus, adenovirus, influenza A and B, and parainfluenza virus. Symptoms include cough, fatigue, breathing difficulty, fever and chills, and chest discomfort.
Lower respiratory tract infections:
Infection in the lungs especially in the lower airways Common infections are Bronchiolitis and Pneumonia which are caused by Streptococcus pneumonia. Symptoms include runny nose, dry cough, sore throat, low-grade fever, and headache.
Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis
Infection of the swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils is called pharyngitis and tonsillitis. The infection that affects both throat and tonsil is called pharyngotonsillitis. It is caused by bacteria.
Sinusitis
Infection to the nasal passages is caused by the common cold, respiratory tract infections, allergies. Symptoms include nasal inflammation, postnasal drainage, pain, tenderness, reduced sense of smell and taste, sore throat, ear pain, and bad breath.
Otitis media
It is also called an ear infection. While compared with adults children are more prone to this infection. It is caused by Streptococcus pneumonia. Symptoms include ear pain, difficulty in sleeping, loss of balance, headache, loss of appetite, and drainage of fluid from the ear.
Urinary tract infections
Infection to the urinary tract includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infection caused by bacteria. Most common infection in humans. In some cases, this infection is caused by fungi or viruses. This medicine is used to treat this infection.
Endocarditis
Infection in the inner lining of the heart. It usually occurs when the bacteria enter your bloodstream by destroying your immune system. Symptoms include muscle pain, fatigue, fever, chills, night sweats, shortness of breath, heart murmur, and swelling.
Stomach ulcers
It is also called a peptic ulcer. The sores develop in the linning of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine. It is caused by a bacterium, regular use of pain relievers and medications. Symptoms includes stomach pain, bloating, intolerance, heartburn, weight loss, and dark blood stools.
Typhoid fever
It is also called enteric fever. Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi bacteria. This infection spreads through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, sweating, dry cough, loss of appetite, diarrhea, rash, weight loss, and fatigue.
Dental abscess
Infection and inflammation to the teeth and oral dental cavity are caused by Bacteroides, Fusobacterium, Actinomyces, Peptococcus, Peptostreptococcus. Symptoms include toothache, ever, sensitivity, swelling in your face, difficulty in swallowing, and inflamed lymph nodes. This medicine is used to treat this bacterial infection.
Gonorrhea.
It is a sexually transmitted infection that infects both men and women caused by Neisseria gonorrhea bacteria. Symptoms include discharge, bleeding, pain during bowel movements. This medicine is used to treat this bacterial infection.
Moxycarb Capsule Indication
The Moxycarb capsule is prescribed in the following indications as Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis, Urinary tract infections, Endocarditis, Stomach ulcers, Typhoid fever, Dental abscess, and Gonorrhoea
Mechanism of action of Moxycarb Capsule
The Moxycarb capsule contains Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine is a combination of two medicines. Amoxicillin is a penicillin derivative that has a bactericidal effect by killing the bacterial cell wall which is needed for the multiplication of bacteria. Carbocisteine is a mucolytic drug that works by thinning mucus which makes it easier to cough out and also increases the antibacterial activity of Amoxicillin
How Moxycarb Capsule works
The Moxycarb capsule contains Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine is a combination of two medicines. Amoxicillin is a penicillin derivative that has a bactericidal effect by killing the bacterial cell wall which is needed for the multiplication of bacteria. Carbocisteine is a mucolytic drug that works by thinning mucus which makes it easier to cough out and also increases the antibacterial activity of Amoxicillin
Moxycarb Capsule Contraindication
Moxycarb Capsule Side Effects
FAQs for Moxycarb Capsule
Normally the duration of this medicine is 7-14 days. You should take this according to your doctor advice
Yes, it is considered effective when you have taken the medication as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. If you stop the medicine without completing the course of treatment it may worsen the conditions
If you do not feel better after completing the full course of treatment kindly inform your doctor.
Precautions and general warning of Moxycarb Capsule
Alcohol
It is not clear that the use of alcohol is safe while you are receiving this medicine. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Driving or operating machinery
It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine it may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Pregnancy
The use of this medicine is considered unsafe during pregnancy because it may produce a harmful effect on the developing fetus. Kindly consult with your doctor
Breast Feeding
It is not clear that the use of this medicine will affect the patients during breastfeeding. Kindly consult with your doctor
Kidney Problem
The medicine should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Liver Disease
The medicine is used with caution in patients with renal impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
How to Take Moxycarb Capsule
The capsule is taken orally with or without food. You should not chew, cut or crush the capsule. Initially start with a low dose and slowly increase the dose once every week. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.
Use of Moxycarb Capsule in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Moxycarb Capsule in children
It is considered safe to use this medicine in children. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Moxycarb Capsule in Elderly Patients
Moxycarb capsules should be used with caution in patients with an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.
Other general warnings
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General instructions
The Moxycarb Capsule contains Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine used to treat bacterial infections such as Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis, Urinary tract infections, Endocarditis, Stomach ulcers, Typhoid fever, Dental abscess, and Gonorrhoea. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Mainly bacterial infection targets the respiratory tract, lungs, nose, and throat. Carbocisteine is a mucolytic agent which helps to loosen the mucus and make the cough out. This combination is used to fight against the bacteria and it also thins the mucus for cough easily.
Drug Interaction of Moxycarb Capsule
Drug-Drug Interaction
BCG vaccine live
The use of this drug is contraindicated because the use of amoxicillin decreases the effect of the BCG vaccine live by pharmacodynamic synergism
Demeclocycline
Use alternative drugs because the use of demeclocycline decreases the effect of amoxicillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism
Mycophenolate
Use alternative drugs because the use of amoxicillin will decrease the effect of mycophenolate by other
Acyclovir
Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this drug either increases the level of the other by decreasing renal clearance.
Aspirin
Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this drug either increases the level of the other by plasma protein binding
Drug-Food Interaction
Information regarding the food interaction is not available. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Drug-Disease Interaction
Diabetes:
The use of this drug may produce false-positive reactions when you are testing for glucose levels in your urine. So, it is recommended to do the glucose test by the enzymatic glucose oxidase reaction
Renal dysfunction:
The serum concentration of beta-lactam antibiotics increases the half-life in a patient with impaired renal functions. Depending upon your renal function dose should be adjusted
Hemodialysis:
During Hemodialysis penicillin antibiotics get removed from the body. So doses should be rescheduled after the dialysis process
Mononucleosis:
Amoxicillin should not be used in patients with mononucleosis because they develop pruritic erythematous maculopapular skin rash which occurs after 5-10 days of therapy
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose of this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
Storage and Disposal
Fast Tag
Amoxicillin is an aminopenicillins antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It blocks the bacterial cell wall synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth. Carbocisteine is a mucolytic drug that works by thinning mucus which makes it easier to cough out. This drug combination together prevents the infection effectively.
This medicine is not used for common flu and cold symptoms. And not treat viral infections. This medicine is commonly prescribed for cough and colds caused by bacterial and parasitic infections.
This medicine is contraindicated to allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching, swelling, and breathing difficulties.