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Amoxil 500mg powder for solution for injection vials

Amoxil injection (Am-ox-il injection) is a medicine which is used in certain types of bacterial infections. Amoxil injection contains amoxicillin sodium. It is supplied by GlaxoSmithKline UK.

The information in this Medicine Guide for Amoxil injection varies according to the condition being treated and the particular preparation used.

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Amoxil 500mg powder for solution for injection vials

Information specific to Amoxil 500mg powder for solution for injection vials when used in certain types of bacterial infections

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Your medicine

Amoxil injection is used to treat or prevent certain types of bacterial infections. It works by killing certain types of bacteria.

Other information about Amoxil injection:

  • you may be given fluids to make sure that you are well hydrated while you are having this medicine

Amoxil injection is usually given to you by a healthcare professional. The person responsible for giving you your medicine will make sure that you get the right dose.

If you feel that the medicine is making you unwell or you do not think it is working, then talk to your prescriber or someone involved in your medical care.

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When to take your medicine

The person with responsibility for giving you your medicine will make sure that you have your medicine at the prescribed times.

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How to take your medicine

This medicine will be given to you as an injection. If you have any concerns about this medicine or how this will be given to you, talk to someone who is involved in your medical care.

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Taking too much of your medicine

Having extra doses of some medicines can be harmful. In some cases even one extra dose can cause you problems.

In the case of Amoxil injection, the person who is responsible for giving you your medicine will make sure that you are given the correct dose.

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Stopping your medicine

If you are not having any problems with this medicine, do not stop having it, even if you feel better, unless you have completed the course or you are advised to stop having it by your prescriber.

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Looking after your medicine

As Amoxil injection will be given to you as an injection, it will usually be stored by the medical team.

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Whether this medicine is suitable for you

Amoxil injection is not suitable for everyone and some people should never use it. Other people should only use it with special care. It is important that the person prescribing this medicine knows your full medical history.

Your prescriber may only prescribe this medicine with special care or may not prescribe it at all if you:

As part of the process of assessing suitability to take this medicine a prescriber may also arrange tests:

  • to determine whether or not the medicine is suitable and whether it must be prescribed with extra care

Over time it is possible that Amoxil injection can become unsuitable for some people, or they may become unsuitable for it. If at any time it appears that Amoxil injection has become unsuitable, it is important that the prescriber is contacted immediately.

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Side-effects

A medicine is only made available to the public if the clinical trials have shown that the benefits of taking the medicine outweigh the risks.

Once a medicine has been licensed, information on the medicine's effects, both intended and unintended, is continuously recorded and updated.

Some side-effects may be serious while others may only be a mild inconvenience.

Everyone's reaction to a medicine is different. It is difficult to predict which side-effects you will have from taking a particular medicine, or whether you will have any side-effects at all. The important thing is to tell your prescriber or pharmacist if you are having problems with your medicine.

Common: More than 1 in 100 people who have Amoxil injection:

  • diarrhoea
  • nausea
  • skin rash or rashes - erythematous rashes have been reported in people with glandular fever

Uncommon: More than 1 in 1000 people who have Amoxil injection:

Very rare: Fewer than 1 in 10,000 people who have Amoxil injection:

  • abnormal laboratory test results
  • allergic or hypersensitivity reactions - some of these reactions may be fatal. You should seek medical advice if you get any of the following reactions: angioedema, vasculitis or anaphylactic reactions
  • blood and bone marrow problems
  • changes in blood clotting time
  • colitis
  • convulsions
  • feeling dizzy
  • hyperactivity
  • jaundice
  • kidney problems
  • liver problems
  • pseudomembranous colitis
  • skin and mucous membrane infection
  • skin problems including erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis or certain types of dermatitis

The frequency of these side-effects is unknown:

  • may affect the results for certain tests
  • overgrowth of micro-organisms that are not affected by Amoxil injection

If you feel unwell or if you have concerns about a side-effect, tell the person looking after you immediately.

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Taking other medicines

If you are taking more than one medicine they may interact with each other. At times your prescriber may decide to use medicines that interact, in other cases this may not be appropriate.

The decision to use medicines that interact depends on your specific circumstances. Your prescriber may decide to use medicines that interact, if it is believed that the benefits of taking the medicines together outweigh the risks. In such cases, it may be necessary to alter your dose or monitor you more closely.

Tell your prescriber the names of all the medicines that you are taking so that they can consider all possible interactions. This includes all the medicines which have been prescribed by your GP, hospital doctor, dentist, nurse, health visitor, midwife or pharmacist. You must also tell your prescriber about medicines which you have bought over the counter without prescriptions.

The following medicines may interact with Amoxil injection:

The following types of medicine may interact with Amoxil injection:

If you are taking Amoxil injection and one of the above medicines or types of medicines, make sure your prescriber knows about it.

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Complementary preparations and vitamins

Medicines can interact with complementary preparations and vitamins. In general, there is not much information available about interactions between medicines and complementary preparations or vitamins.

If you are planning to take or are already taking any complementary preparations and vitamins you should ask your prescriber whether there are any known interactions with Amoxil injection.

Your prescriber can advise whether it is appropriate for you to take combinations that are known to interact. They can also discuss with you the possible effect that the complementary preparations and vitamins may have on your condition.

If you experience any unusual effects while taking this medicine in combination with complementary preparations and vitamins, you should tell your prescriber.

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Driving and operating machinery

When taking any medicine you should be aware that it might interfere with your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

Like all medicines Amoxil injection can cause side effects. You should see how this medicine affects you and then judge if you are safe to drive or operate machinery. If you are in any doubt, talk to your prescriber.

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Diet

Medicines can interact with certain foods. In some cases, this may be harmful and your prescriber may advise you to avoid certain foods.

In the case of Amoxil injection:

  • there are no specific foods that you must exclude from your diet when having Amoxil injection
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Alcohol

Alcohol can interact with certain medicines.

In the case of Amoxil injection:

  • there are no known interactions between alcohol and Amoxil injection
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Family planning and pregnancy

Most medicines, in some way, can affect the development of a baby in the womb. The effect on the baby differs between medicines and also depends on the stage of pregnancy that you have reached when you take the medicine.

In the case of Amoxil injection:

You need to discuss your specific circumstances with your doctor to weigh up the overall risks and benefits of taking this medicine. You and your doctor can make a decision about whether you are going to take this medicine during pregnancy.

If the decision is that you should not have Amoxil injection, then you should discuss whether there is an alternative medicine that you could take during pregnancy.

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Breast-feeding

Certain medicines can pass into breast milk and may reach your baby through breast-feeding.

In the case of Amoxil injection:

  • you should only have this medicine while breast-feeding if your doctor thinks you need it

Before you have Amoxil injection you should discuss breast-feeding with your doctor or midwife. They will help you decide what is best for you and your baby based on the benefits and risks associated with this medicine. You should only breast-feed your baby while having this medicine on the advice of your doctor or midwife.

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Ingredients of your medicine

Medicines contain active ingredients. They may also contain other, additional ingredients that help ensure the stability, safety and effectiveness of the medicine. Some may be used to prolong the life of the medicine.

Amoxil injection contains:

If you are not able to take any of the ingredients in your medicine, talk to your prescriber or pharmacist to see if they can suggest an alternative medicine. If you have reacted badly to Amoxil injection before, do not have Amoxil injection. Talk to your prescriber, pharmacist or nurse as soon as possible.

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Amoxil injection, Version 5, last updated 24 Jan 2012