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Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medications known as antibiotics, specifically to the family of antibiotics known as penicillins. It is used to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria.

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Chewable Tablet

250MG

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The recommended adult dose of amoxicillin varies widely depending on the age group and the condition being treated, but the medication is usually taken 3 times daily, once every 8 hours. Amoxicillin can be taken with or without meals.

Finish all Novamoxin, even if you have started to feel better. This will reduce the chance of the infection returning and being harder to treat.

For the liquid form of amoxicillin, use an oral syringe to measure each dose of the liquid, as it gives a more accurate measurement than household teaspoons.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Novamoxin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store the capsule and tablet forms of Novamoxin at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children. The liquid form of amoxicillin may be stored for 7 days at room temperature or 14 days in the refrigerator. Safely discard any unused medication after this time.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Capsules

250 mg
Each size #1 capsule with an opaque scarlet cap and yellow body, printed "NOVO" and "250" in white on opposing cap and body portions contains amoxicillin 250 mg as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, EGC Size #2 or Size #0, Dry-Flo starch, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, and talc.

500 mg
Each size #0 capsule with an opaque scarlet cap and yellow body, printed "NOVO" and "500" in white on opposing cap and body portions contains amoxicillin 500 mg as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, EGC Size #2 or Size #0, Dry-Flo starch, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, and talc.

Chewable tablets

125 mg
Each rose-coloured, cherry-flavoured, mottled, oval-shaped, single-scored, compressed tablet, engraved "NOVO" with scoreline on one side and "125" on the other side, contains 125 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry flavour, aspartame, colloidal silicon dioxide, dipac white (compressible sugar), FD&C Red No. 40 Lake, FD&C Red No. 30 AL Lake, magnesium stearate, mannitol, and microcrystalline cellulose.

250 mg
Each rose-coloured, cherry-flavoured, mottled, oval shaped, single-scored compressed tablet, engraved "NOVO" with scoreline on one side and "125" on the other side, contains 125 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry flavour, aspartame, colloidal silicon dioxide, dipac white (compressible sugar), FD&C Red No. 40 Lake, FD&C Red No. 30 AL Lake, magnesium stearate, mannitol, and microcrystalline cellulose.

Granules for Oral Suspension

125 mg/5 mL
After reconstitution each 5 mL of cherry-raspberry-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 125 mg amoxicillin. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry raspberry flavour, FD&C Red No. 40, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucrose, and xanthan gum.
Sugar content per 5 mL of 125 mg suspension is 2.91 g, equivalent to 11.6 cal.

250 mg/5 mL
After reconstitution each 5 mL of cherry-raspberry-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 250 mg amoxicillin. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry raspberry flavour, FD&C Red No. 40, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucrose, and xanthan gum.
Sugar content per 5 mL of 250 mg suspension is 2.75 g, equivalent to 11.0 cal.

Sugar-reduced Granules for Oral Suspension

125 mg/5 mL
After reconstitution, each 5 mL of strawberry-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 125 mg amoxicillin as amoxicillin trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C Red No. 40, natural and artificial strawberry flavour, mannitol 2080, Nipagin-M Sodium, Nipasol-M Sodium, sodium citrate, sucrose, and xanthan gum.

250 mg/5 mL
After reconstitution, each 5 mL of strawberry-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 250 mg amoxicillin as amoxicillin trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C Red No. 40, natural and artificial strawberry flavour, mannitol 2080, Nipagin-M Sodium, Nipasol-M Sodium, sodium citrate, sucrose, and xanthan gum.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Novamoxin.

Allergy: Amoxicillin is a penicillin and should not be used by anyone with a penicillin allergy or an allergy to the class of medications called cephalosporins. People who have allergies in general should watch carefully for any reaction to amoxicillin when starting a new prescription. In rare cases, some people may develop a serious allergic reaction to Novamoxin. Signs of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, hives, swollen face or throat, or difficulty breathing. If these occur, seek immediate medical attention.

Bacterial resistance: Misuse of an antibiotic such as amoxicillin may lead to the growth of resistant bacteria that will not be killed by the antibiotic. If this happens, the antibiotic may not work for you in the future. Although you may begin to feel better early in your course of treatment with amoxicillin, you need to take the full course exactly as directed to finish ridding your body of the infection and to prevent resistant bacteria from taking hold. Do not take amoxicillin or other antibiotics to treat a viral infection such as The Common Cold; antibiotics do not kill viruses, and using them to treat viral infections can lead to the growth of resistant bacteria.

Birth control: Penicillins may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Some doctors recommend adding another method of birth control for the rest of the cycle when penicillin is taken.

Diarrhea: Novamoxin is associated a serious infection called Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea, caused by the bacteria C. difficile. This can occur even after your last dose of Novamoxin. If you have severe diarrhea (with or without fever or blood) after taking amoxicillin, get medical attention as soon as possible.

Kidney Disease: Kidney disease or reduced kidney function may cause Novamoxin to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have kidney disease, discuss with your doctor how Novamoxin may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Novamoxin, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Medical conditions: When amoxicillin is used by a person who has mononucleosis, acute lymphocytic Leukemia (a type of cancer that affects white blood cells), or cytomegalovirus infection (a viral infection), a widespread rash may occur. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Overgrowth of organisms: Treatment with any penicillin may allow normal fungus or types of bacteria not killed by the antibiotic to overgrow, causing unwanted infections such as yeast infections, which may cause vaginal itching and irritation. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Pregnancy: Novamoxin is generally considered safe in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, discuss with your doctor this risks and benefits of taking Novamoxin. If you become pregnant while taking Novamoxin, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: Novamoxin passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking amoxicillin, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

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