Calamox Tablet 625mg

Calamox Tablet Uses

Calamox is a prescription medication that is composed of Co-amoxiclav. It is used to treat several types of bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, as well as ENT infections.

Calamox Tablet 625mg formula

• Co-amoxiclav

Available forms

• Tablets
• Suspension
• Injection
• Drops

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Calamox to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So when taking any medicine it's always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Calamox are:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding:

It has not been established if the medicine is safe for pregnant or nursing mothers, hence the risk cannot be ruled out. Consult your doctor before its use.

• Hypersensitivity:

Patients allergic to Co-amoxiclav or any of the ingredients in Calamox are advised not to use it.

• Kidney and liver problems:

Patients who have kidney or liver problems should use Calamox with caution.

How to use Calamox Tablet 625mg?

• Take the tablet by mouth with a glass of water
• It is recommended to take it with food as it is a extended release tablet
• Follow the prescribed frequency and dosage instructions
• Do not stop taking the medicine abruptly without the completion of your course

Calamox Side Effects

The common side effects of Calamox are:

• Increased bleeding time
• Liver infections
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Blood disorders
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Drug Interactions

Calamox can interact with the following drugs:

• Probenecid
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Allopurinol
• Oral birth control pills containing estrogen and progesterone.
• Other antibiotics like chloramphenicol, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and macrolides.
• Cholesterol-lowering drugs like atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, and other statins.
• Ergot alkaloids
• Colchicine
• Oral hypoglycemic agents like repaglinide, rosiglitazone, nateglinide, and pioglitazone
• Quetiapine
• Antiarrhythmic drugs like amiodarone and procainamide
• Benzodiazepine like diazepam, midazolam and triazolam
• Calcium containing supplements
• Iron supplement
• Zinc and bismuth-containing drugs

Storage Conditions

• Store the medicine at room temperature
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Protect it from sunlight and moisture