Werimox Capsule 250mg

About Werimox Capsule 250mg

Werimox Capsule 250mg Uses

• Treatment of chest infections like bronchitis and pneumonia
• Treatment of ear, nose and throat infections
• Treatment of urinary tract infections
• Treatment of skin and dental infections

Werimox Capsule 250mg Benefits

• Broad activity against many common bacteria
• Generally well tolerated with a long safety record
• Affordable and widely available across Pakistan
• Can be used in children with weight based dosing

What Experts Say

Amoxicillin is a penicillin type antibiotic that works by weakening the bacterial cell wall, causing the bacteria to burst and die. It covers a wide range of common bacteria and remains a first choice for many everyday infections because of its safety record and low cost.

Doctors across Pakistan reach for Werimox Capsule 250mg for chest, ear, throat, urinary and dental infections, often as a first line option before stronger antibiotics are considered. It is usually taken three times a day, and pediatric dosing is calculated by body weight.

A penicillin allergy is the main reason to avoid this medicine, and patients should tell their doctor about any past reaction to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics. As with any antibiotic, the full course should be completed even after symptoms settle, to prevent resistant bacteria from surviving.

Drug Class

• Penicillin Antibiotic
• Beta Lactam Antibiotic
• Anti Bacterial Agent

Werimox Capsule 250mg formula

• Amoxicillin 250mg

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Werimox Capsule 250mg?

• Take one capsule three times daily, spaced evenly through the day, unless advised otherwise
• Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water
• Take it with or without food, though food can reduce stomach upset
• Complete the full prescribed course even if you feel better early
• Take doses at evenly spaced times to keep a steady level in the blood

Drug Interactions

• Methotrexate: Amoxicillin can reduce methotrexate clearance and raise the risk of toxicity.
• Allopurinol: Combined use raises the chance of a skin rash.
• Oral Contraceptives: Amoxicillin may reduce the reliability of hormonal birth control in some patients, so backup contraception is advised.
• Warfarin: It can enhance the blood thinning effect of warfarin, raising bleeding risk.

Risks and warnings

• Penicillin Allergy: Do not use if you have a known allergy to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Diarrhea: Report severe or watery diarrhea, which can signal a serious bowel infection linked to antibiotic use.
• Kidney Function: Patients with reduced kidney function may need a lower dose.
• Glandular Fever: Amoxicillin can cause a widespread rash in patients with infectious mononucleosis.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe but should still be used under medical guidance.

Werimox Capsule 250mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Skin rash
• Headache
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Loss of appetite

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature below 25 degrees Celsius
• Keep the capsule strip away from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard leftover capsules after completing treatment or past expiry