carlymox 250 mg/150 mg capsule
What is carlymox 250 mg/150 mg capsule used for?
Carbomox (Amoxycillin + Carbocisteine) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Amoxycillin (250mg) + Carbocisteine (150mg), which Amoxycillin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Carbocisteine reduces mucus . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Amoxycillin + Carbocisteine
- Manufacturer: Mount Mettur Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ carlymox 250 mg/150 mg capsule Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections with excessive mucus production.
Off-label uses: Not specified.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Amoxycillin + Carbocisteine |
| Brand Name | Carbomox |
| Manufacturer | Mount Mettur Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Antibiotic + Mucolytic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Amoxycillin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Carbocisteine reduces mucus viscosity by breaking disulfide bonds.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take carlymox 250 mg/150 mg capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of carlymox 250 mg/150 mg capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Hepatitis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Hemolytic anemia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Allopurinol | Major | Increased risk of skin rash |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Probenecid | Moderate | Increased amoxycillin levels |
| Anticoagulants | Moderate | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
| Chloramphenicol | Minor | Antagonistic effect |
| Tetracyclines | Minor | Reduced bactericidal effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Allopurinol
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Probenecid
- Anticoagulants
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Chloramphenicol
- Tetracyclines
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption of amoxycillin but not significantly affect carbocisteine.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase side effects like dizziness.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to penicillins or carbocisteine; severe renal impairment.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, liver function, CBC, signs of hypersensitivity.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Amoxycillin excreted in milk; use with caution. Carbocisteine safety not established.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; gastric lavage if recent; monitor renal function.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.