Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth.
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole without crushing or chewing. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, rashes, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help. To overcome or avoid the side effects, you should keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water and follow a healthy and balanced diet.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole without crushing or chewing. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, rashes, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help. To overcome or avoid the side effects, you should keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water and follow a healthy and balanced diet.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses of Stedmox T Tablet
Benefits of Stedmox T Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet stops the growth of infectious bacteria and helps treat infections caused by bacteria. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. Drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Stedmox T Tablet
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 Stedmox T
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Upper abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Metallic taste
- Dryness in mouth
- Allergic reaction
- Rash
How to use Stedmox T Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Stedmox T Tablet works
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Amoxycillin and Tinidazole. Amoxycillin kills bacteria by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is needed for them to survive. Tinidazole kills other microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
If a single dose of Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
Driving
UNSAFE
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet 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
CAUTION
Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Stedmox T Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet must be taken with food at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Stedmox T 500mg/500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Amoxicillin. Bristol, Tennessee: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Tennessee LLC.; 1974 [revised Sep. 2015]. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Amoxycillin. Research Triangle Park, NC: GlaxoSmithKline; Oct. 2006. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Tinidazole. Atlanta, Georgia: Mikart Inc; 2004 [revised May 2007]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., 3-A, Adyar Bridge Road, Adyar, Chennai - 600 020, Tamilnadu INDIA
Country of origin: India
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