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Introduction About NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is used to manage bacterial infections, including middle ear and sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone and joint infections, septic abortion, and abdominal infections. The symptoms of bacterial infection include fever, difficulty breathing, pus formation, and pain.

It contains a combination of medicines called Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid, which belong to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It works by preventing the growth of bacteria and helps clear up the infection.

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from a hepatic impairment, liver disease, renal impairment, kidney disease, glandular fever, or are unable to pass water properly.

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary. It should be used with caution in children (aged below 12 years) and elderly patients (above 50 years).

The common side effects associated with the use of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET are diarrhea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.

Uses Of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET

Manage bacterial infection

How NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET Works

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET helps in managing bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of the integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby managing the inactivation of amoxicillin.

How to use NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET

Take this medicine as advised by your physician.
For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label.
Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET

Common Side Effects of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET:

Diarrhoea
thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth)
nausea
vomiting

Stop taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:

inflammation of the liver (hepatitis), jaundice

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Monitoring required

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is considered clearly necessary.

Breastfeeding

Use with Caution

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

Driving and Using Machines

Contraindicated

Do not drive or operate machines while taking if you feel unwell.

Kidney

Use with Caution

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment or kidney problems.

Liver

Consult your doctor

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is not recommended for use if you have ever had liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, any antibiotic, or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Use with Caution

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in children (below 12 years).

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 50 years).

Others

Before taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

have glandular fever
are unable to pass water properly

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions

Before taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

allopurinol, probenecid (medicine used to manage gout)
warfarin (medicine used to inhibit blood clotting)
methotrexate (medicine used to manage rheumatic diseases or certain cancers)
mycophenolate mofetil (a medicine used to manage the organ rejection after organ transplant)
contraceptives (medicines used to manage conception)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).

Synopsis

Drug	:	Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid
Pharmacological Category	:	Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Bacterial infections
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Capsule, Sachet, Dispersable tablet

FAQs About NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET

Q: What NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is used for?

A: NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is used for managing bacterial infections including middle ear & sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone & joint infections, septic abortion (any abortion complicated by uterine infection), and abdominal infections.

Q: What happens if you take more NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).

Q: What side effects are seen with NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET?

A: The common side effects associated with the use of NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET are diarrhea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.

Q: Who should avoid taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET?

A: Do not take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, or any antibiotic. It is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate.

Q: Is NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET safe to use in children?

A: NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in children (below 12 years). Children (aged 6 years or below) should be managed with oral suspension or sachets containing amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Consult your doctor before taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET.

Q: How does NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET work?

A: NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET helps in managing bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of an integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby managing the inactivation of amoxicillin.

Q: Is NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET safe for kidneys?

A: NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: How should I take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET?

A: For Tablet, Capsule:

Take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Q: What if I forget to take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET dose?

A: If you forgot to take NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET dose, take it as early as possible. Avoid taking the next dose too soon. Wait for about 4 hours before taking the scheduled next dose. Consult your doctor before taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET.

Q: When to stop taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET?

A: Do not stop taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET without thoroughly discussing it with your doctor until the management course is completed, even if you start feeling better. This is because if some bacteria survive due to incomplete medication, they may relapse into the infection.

Q: Is NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET safe to use in liver patients?

A: NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking NOVAMOX CV 228.5MG TANGY ORANGE FLAVOUR DISPERSIBLE TABLET.

References

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Last updated on 21 Nov 2024 | 03:11 PM(IST)

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