Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a multitude of bacterial infections affecting ears, nose, sinus, tonsils, throat, lungs, heart, skin, and bones. It may also be effective in treating infections that are caused by resistant bacteria.
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet1 and Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet2.
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet1 and Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet2.
Uses of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet in children
Benefits of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, Ampicillin and Dicloxacillin. These antibiotics work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Together, they treat your infection effectively. This medicine 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.
Side effects of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet in children
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Ampilox Kid
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Allergy
How can I give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to my child?
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. Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Ampilox Kid Tablet works
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet contains two active ingredients: Ampicillin and Dicloxacillin. Ampicillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. Dicloxacillin increases the efficiency of this medicine and helps in treating the infections caused by resistant bacteria. Together, these two medicines not only kill the infection-causing bacteria but also arrest the spread of the infection.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet is recommended.
What if I forget to give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to my child?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
- Complete the entire course of antibiotics without stopping the medicine in-between. Sudden withdrawal may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
- Make sure your child drinks plenty of water if diarrhea occurs as a side effect.
- Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
- Give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to your child only for their current infection. Avoid storing the medicine for future use as it is impossible to judge whether the same medicine would work for any future illnesses.
- Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
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What are you using Ampilox Kid Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
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*Bacterial infections
FAQs
Q. Is it safe to give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to children suffering from jaundice?
It is advised not to give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.
Q. Is Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, it is not advised to give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet can lead to the development of skin rashes.
Q. Can I give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet to your child exactly as prescribed.
Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet?
Although rare, Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet?
Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Ampilox Kid 125 mg/125 mg Tablet?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
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- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Dicloxacillin Sodium. [Updated 19 Sep. 2016]. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2021] (online) Available from:
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