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Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine

Latest prescription information about Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine
Trade Name(s): 
India- Carbomox Cap, Carbomox Dispertab, Carlymox Cap, Carmox Cap, Cidoresp Cap, Cismox Cap, Cismox Kid-Tab, Cystamox Cap, Moxycarb Cap, Moxycarb Dispertab, Mucobron Cap, Muconal Cap, Muconal-250 Cap.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This combination medication contains penicillin antibiotic and mucolytic agent. It is prescribed for upper and lower respiratory tract infections associated with excessive mucus.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in patients with history of penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.


When it is to be taken : 
Adult: PO- Per cap contains amoxicillin 250/500 mg and carbocisteine 150 mg: 1-2 capsules 3 times per day.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a tablet, capsule or syrup to take by mouth with or without food.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of peptic ulcer, severe kidney impairment, infectious mononucleosis (kissing disease) and lactation.
* It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Side Effects : 
Central Nervous System - Headache and dizziness.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, GI discomfort/ bleeding and black hairy tongue.
Skin - Rash, hives and severe allergic reactions.
Blood - Anemia.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature.

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