Brand Name
Nu-Amoxi
Common Name
amoxicillin
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 00865540 | NU-AMOXI 125MG/5ML SUSPENSION |
| 00865567 | NU-AMOXI 250MG CAPSULE |
| 00865559 | NU-AMOXI 250MG/5ML SUSPENSION |
| 00865575 | NU-AMOXI 500MG CAPSULE |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medications known as antibiotics,
specifically to the family of antibiotics known as penicillins.
Amoxicillin is used for the treatment of infections caused by certain
types of bacteria. It kills some types of bacteria that can cause
infections of the ear, sinus,
chest, bone, bladder,
and throat. Amoxicillin may
also be used for prevention of infections that can be caused by certain
dental or medical procedures.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the
ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this
with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to
your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use this medication?
The recommended adult dose of amoxicillin varies widely depending on
the age group and the condition being treated, but the medication is usually
taken in three daily doses, once every eight hours. Amoxicillin
can be taken with or without meals.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such
as the severity of the condition, 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 very important to take this medication exactly as prescribed until the
course of treatment has been completed. If you miss a dose, take it as soon
as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing
schedule. Do not double doses.
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.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Capsules
250 mg
Each scarlet red and gold No. 2 capsule, identified NU 250, contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, D&C red No. 28, D&C red No. 40, D&C yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C yellow No. 6, gelatin, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide. Energy: <1 kJ (0.21 kcal). Gluten- and tartrazine-free.
500 mg
Each scarlet red and gold No. 0 capsule, identified NU 500, contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 500 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, D&C red No. 28, D&C red No. 40, D&C yellow No. 10, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C yellow No. 6, gelatin, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide. Energy: 1.52 kJ (0.36 kcal). Gluten- and tartrazine-free.
Suspensions
125 mg
After reconstitution each 5 mL of strawberry-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 125 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial strawberry flavouring, guar gum, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate and sucrose. Energy: 38.21 kJ (9.12 kcal)/5 mL. Sodium: <1 mmol (2.18 mg)/5 mL. Paraben-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
250 mg
After reconstitution each 5 mL of banana-flavoured suspension contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial banana flavouring, D&C yellow No. 10 aluminum lake 16%, guar gum, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate and sucrose. Energy: 37.3 kJ (8.91 kcal)/5 mL. Sodium: <1 mmol (2.6 mg)/5 mL. Paraben-, sulfite- and tartrazine-free.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Amoxicillin should not be taken by anyone with history of a penicillin allergy
or by anyone allergic to any of the ingredients of the product.
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