Optimox 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Optimox 500mg Injection is a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections of the skin, bones and joints, respiratory tract (e.g. pneumonia), urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, brain (e.g. meningitis), heart, blood, and others.
Optimox 500mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria, which helps to resolve the underlying infection and improve your symptoms. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. This medicine should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication. It is effective in both adults and children.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea and local pain, swelling or redness at the site of injection may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Optimox 500mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria, which helps to resolve the underlying infection and improve your symptoms. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. This medicine should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication. It is effective in both adults and children.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea and local pain, swelling or redness at the site of injection may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Uses of Optimox Injection
Benefits of Optimox Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Optimox 500mg Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach and intestines. It can also be used to treat gum ulcers and other dental infections (abscesses), leg ulcers and pressure sores. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Side effects of Optimox Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Optimox
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Skin rash
How to use Optimox Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Optimox Injection works
Optimox 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Optimox 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimox 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimox 500mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Optimox 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Optimox 500mg Injection can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Optimox 500mg Injection can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Optimox 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Optimox 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimox 500mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Optimox 500mg Injection is recommended.
However, regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended during prolonged therapy.
However, regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended during prolonged therapy.
What if you forget to take Optimox Injection?
If you miss a dose of Optimox 500mg Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Optimox 500mg Injection is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Optimox 500mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
- Optimox 500mg Injection is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Optimox 500mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminopenicillins {Penicillins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent -Extended spectrum Penicillin
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Optimox 500mg Injection?
Before taking Optimox 500mg Injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Optimox 500mg Injection or any similar medicine. Inform your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Optimox 500mg Injection.
Q. How is Optimox 500mg Injection given?
Optimox 500mg Injection is given intramuscularly or intravenously. It must only be given by a doctor or nurse. Your doctor will decide what dose and how long you will receive it. This depends on your infection and other factors, such as your weight.
Q. Can Optimox 500mg Injection cause allergic reaction?
Although it is rare but yes, Optimox 500mg Injection can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can I stop taking Optimox 500mg Injection when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Optimox 500mg Injection and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
Q. How long does Optimox 500mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Optimox 500mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Optimox 500mg Injection.
Q. Is Optimox 500mg Injection safe?
Optimox 500mg Injection is usually considered to be safe when taken as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Optimox 500mg Injection cause drowsiness?
No, Optimox 500mg Injection has not been reported to cause drowsiness. In case you experience drowsiness while taking Optimox 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Optimox 500mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Optimox 500mg Injection cause failure of contraceptive pills?
Yes, the use of Optimox 500mg Injection can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Ask your doctor about using some other methods of contraception (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while you are taking Optimox 500mg Injection.
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