The antibiotic Flemoxin Solutab is a broad-spectrum drug. It contains the main active substance amoxicillin trihydrate. It is a semi-synthetic penicillin belonging to the beta-lactamase group. "Flemoxin solutab" acts on microorganisms bactericidal.
It is effective in diseases caused by bacteria, gram-negative and gram-positive: Listeria monocytogenes, S. Pneumoniae, Moraxella catarralis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium tetani, Helicobacter pylori, Haemophilus influenzae, N. Mörenii .
Less effective is observed when exposed to microorganisms that cause intestinal infections: Shigella sonnei, Escherichia coli, Enterococcus faecalis, Salmonella typhi, Vibrio cholere, Proteus mirabilis.
"Flemoxin solutab" is inactive against microbes producing beta-lactamase, as well as against Pseudomonas, Proteus, Enterobacter.
This drug has a special dosage form, which after its use provides rapid and complete absorption in the digestive tract. Its use with food does not change the nature of absorption. Within an hour, the maximum concentration of amoxicillin is detected in the blood. The medicine "Flemoxin Solutab" in its composition contains an acid-resistant active substance.
This drug is indicated for use in infections caused by the above microorganisms: common diseases of the digestive system, infections of the skin and soft tissues, respiratory system, and genitourinary tract.
"Flemoxin solutab" tastes nice, tangerine-lemon. The tablets must be swallowed without chewing, both before and after meals.
The duration of treatment with this drug is a week. In diseases caused by streptococci, it is necessary to extend the course to 10 days.
The dosage of the drug is carried out strictly individually, taking into account the age, severity of the pathology, general condition, as well as the etiology of the disease and the sensitivity of the infectious agent to this drug.
"Flemoxin solutab" side effects are quite rare. These include the following: diarrhea, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, pruritus localized in the anus, small papular rash as a skin allergic reaction. In extremely rare cases, anaphylactic shock, Steven-Johnson syndrome, Quincke's edema, polymorphic erythema, pseudomembranous colitis can occur.
With hypersensitivity to antibacterial drugs of the cephalosporin and penicillin series, this drug is contraindicated. During pregnancy and lactation, Flemoxin Solutab is not contraindicated.
With the simultaneous administration of this drug with probenecid, phenylbutazone, oxyfebutazone, there is a violation of the release of amoxicillin from the body, which can cause an increase in its concentration in the blood plasma (it is possible to accumulate and achieve a toxic concentration in the body). The effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives decreases with the simultaneous use of Flemoxin Solutab.
Please note that this antibiotic cannot be combined with bacteriostatic antibacterial drugs (tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, macrolides).
With an overdose of this drug, the following reactions occur: vomiting, diarrhea. In addition, the development of dehydration of the body, a violation of the balance of electrolytes in the blood, is possible. With the development of this condition, it is necessary to prescribe enterosorbents, salt laxatives, as well as carry out hydration measures.
Perhaps the development of resistance of microorganisms to this drug, as well as to drugs of this group if it is not prescribed and used correctly. In addition, superinfection or a serious complication such as pseudomembranous colitis can occur. Therefore, before use, be sure to consult with a specialist, this will save your health!