Polymox: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Polymox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including sinusitis, strep throat, pneumonia, respiratory tract, ear infections, dental abscesses, and skin infections.Polymox may also be used to treat STDs like gonorrhea and syphilis, infections of the genital and urinary tract. Polymox kills bacteria by destroying the cell walls of the invading microorganisms. However, antibiotics like Polymox are not effective against viruses and fungi. Polymox injection is used to treat more serious infections.

POLYMOX SIDE EFFECTS

Side effects of Polymox may include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, short breath, anxiety, colitis, confusion, convulsions, dizziness, hives, liver problems and jaundice, fungal infections, rash, tooth discoloration in children, and appetite loss. Side effects of Polymox like short breath or upset stomach could be minimized or avoided if taken with food especially yogurt.

POLYMOX CAUTION

If you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, check with your physician before taking Polymox.

People with Cystic fibrosis are more prone to side effects from penicillin antibiotic like Polymox.

Those who are using oral contraceptives should switch to other methods of contraceptives while taking Polymox.

POLYMOX WARNING

If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergic reaction to penicillin consult with your physician before taking Polymox.

Stop taking Polymox if you experience reactions such as rash, fever, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and or sores on the genitals.

It is imperative to take Polymox for the entire course your physician has prescribed. Even if you feel better, you should to continue taking Polymox. Stopping the course early increases the possibility that the infection will come back and that the bacteria will grow resistant to the antibiotic.

Polymox should not be taken on an empty stomach.

Tell your physician if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease before taking Polymox.

POLYMOX AND PREGNANCY

Polymox is considered generally safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Polymox.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Polymox as it could cause diarrhea in infants.

POLYMOX INTERACTION

Check with your doctor before combining Polymox with the following:

Antacids
Beta-blockers
Blood thinning drugs
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
NSAIDs like Aleve or ibuprofen
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline
Do not take Polymox with carbonated drinks or fruit juice.

Polymox may cause vitamin deficiency. It is recommended to take daily multivitamins while taking Polymox.

POLYMOX DOSES

ADULTS
250-500mg every 8 hours.



CHILDREN
10-20mg per pound of body weight, in 3 divided doses, daily.

POLYMOX OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Polymox overdose may include short breath, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting.

If you suspect an Polymox overdose, seek medical attention right away.

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