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Novamoxin

(amoxicillin)

In this factsheet:
• How does Novamoxin work? What will it do for me?
• How should I use Novamoxin?
• What form(s) does Novamoxin come in?
• Who should NOT take Novamoxin?
• What side effects are possible with Novamoxin?
• Are there any other precautions or warnings for Novamoxin?
• What other drugs could interact with Novamoxin?

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How does Novamoxin work? What will it do for me?

Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medications known as antibiotics, specifically to the family of antibiotics known as penicillins. Amoxicillin is used for the treatment of infections caused by certain types of bacteria. It kills some types of bacteria that can cause infections of the ear, sinus, chest, bone, bladder, and throat. Amoxicillin may also be used for prevention of infections that can be caused by certain dental or medical procedures.

Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.

How should I use Novamoxin?

The recommended adult dose of amoxicillin varies widely depending on the age group and the condition being treated, but the medication is usually taken in three daily doses, once every eight hours. Amoxicillin can be taken with or without meals.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as the severity of the condition, body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is very important to take this medication exactly as prescribed until the course of treatment has been completed. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

What form(s) does Novamoxin come in?

Capsules

250 mg
Each hard gelatin capsule with opaque scarlet cap and yellow body, size No. 2, printed white NOVO and 250 on opposing cap and body portions of the capsule, contains amoxicillin USP (as the trihydrate) 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, D&C Yellow No. 10, dry-flo starch, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 3, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6, gelatin, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc and titanium dioxide. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

500 mg
Each hard gelatin capsule with opaque scarlet cap and yellow body, size No. 0, printed white NOVO and 500 on opposing cap and body portions of the capsule, contains amoxicillin USP (as the trihydrate) 500 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, D&C Yellow No. 10, dry-flo starch, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 3, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6, gelatin, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc and titanium dioxide. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

Chewable Tablets

125 mg
Each chewable, rose coloured, mottled, oval-shaped, biconvex compressed tablet with cherry aroma, engraved no|vo on one side and 125 on the reverse, contains amoxicillin 125 mg as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry flavour, aspartame, colloidal silicon dioxide, D&C Red No. 30 Lake, FD&C Red No. 40 Lake, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose and sugar. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

250 mg
Each chewable, rose coloured, mottled, oval-shaped, biconvex compressed tablet with cherry aroma, engraved no|vo on one side and 250 on the reverse, contains amoxicillin 250 mg as the trihydrate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial cherry flavour, aspartame, colloidal silicon dioxide, D&C Red No. 30 Lake, FD&C Red No. 40 Lake, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose and sugar. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

Suspension

125 mg
Following reconstitution, each 5 mL of finely granulated, off-white to pinkish powder contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 125 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial flavours, benzyl alcohol, cornstarch, FD&C Red No. 40, maltodextrin, propylene glycol, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

250 mg
Following reconstitution, each 5 mL of finely granulated, off-white to pinkish powder contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial flavours, benzyl alcohol, cornstarch, FD&C Red No. 40, maltodextrin, propylene glycol, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

Sugar-Reduced Suspension

125 mg
Following reconstitution, each 5 mL of off-white to pale pink coloured strawberry-flavoured granular powder mix contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 125 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C Red No. 40, mannitol, natural and artificial strawberry flavour, sodium citrate (dihydrate), sodium methyl hydroxybenzoate, sodium propyl hydroxybenzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

250 mg
Following reconstitution, each 5 mL of off-white to pale yellow coloured banana-flavoured granular powder mix contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to amoxicillin 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial and natural banana flavour, colloidal silicon dioxide, BHA, cornstarch, D&C Yellow No. 10, maltodextrin, mannitol, sodium ascorbate, sodium citrate (dihydrate), sodium methyl hydroxybenzoate, sodium propyl hydroxybenzoate, sodium pyrophosphate, sucrose, tricalcium phosphate, triglycerides and xanthan gum. Gluten- and tartrazine-free.

Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.

Who should NOT take Novamoxin?

Amoxicillin should not be taken by anyone with history of a penicillin allergy or by anyone allergic to any of the ingredients of the product.

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