| Brand Name | Trimox |
| Generic Name | Amoxicillin |
| Drug Class | Aminopenicillins |
| Availability | Prescription only |
| Manufacturer | Elisa Biotech Pvt. Ltd. |
| Indications | Trimox is used to treat many different types of infection caused by bacteria, such as tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, gonorrhea, and infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, or urinary tract. |
| Type | Tablet |
| Doses | 250mg |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Diarrhea that is watery or bloody;fever, swollen gums, painful mouth sores, pain when swallowing, skin sores, cold or flu symptoms, cough, trouble breathing;swollen glands, rash or itching, joint pain, or general ill feeling; |
| Interactions | Other drugs may interact with amoxicillin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products |
| Overdose | Overdose symptoms may include confusion, behavior changes, a severe skin rash, urinating less than usual, or seizure |
| Missed Dose | Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. |
| Contraindications | severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling. |
| Alternatives | Amoxil, Moxatag, Moxilin, Amoxicot, DisperMox |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Available |
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
A: Yes, you can drink alcohol while taking the antibiotic amoxicillin. The alcohol will not stop amoxicillin from working. However, many health professionals will recommend you avoid alcohol to give your body the best chance possible to fight the infection.
A: Amoxicillin capsules and tablets have an expiry of around 2 years and, provided they are stored as recommended and in the original packaging, there will be a small lee way of safety if used beyond expiry.
