Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection.
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet is advised to take it as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. 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. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, 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.
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 drinking 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. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water.
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet is advised to take it as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. 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. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, 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.
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 drinking 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. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water.
Uses of Twicillin Tablet
Benefits of Twicillin Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat different infections caused by bacteria. These include pneumonia (a lung infection), bronchitis (infection of the tubes leading to the lungs), and infections of the ears, nose, throat, stomach, urinary tract, and skin. 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 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.
Side effects of Twicillin 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 Twicillin
- Allergic reaction
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Twicillin 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. Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Twicillin Tablet works
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics (Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin) and a uricosuric medicine (Probenecid). The antibiotics work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. This kills bacteria and treats your infection effectively. Probenecid increases the effectiveness of the antibiotics by decreasing their passage through urine.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring should be done while taking Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet
Regular monitoring should be done while taking Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed this combination of medicine to treat bacterial infections.
- 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 Twicillin 500mg/250mg/250mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking 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.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
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ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Amoxicillin. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: GlaxoSmithKline; 2006. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: 24,Industrial Area ,Ambala Cantt. , Haryana State (India)
Country of origin: India
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