Amoxil
Indicated to treat bacterial infections to alleviate respiratory symptoms.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Amoxicillin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 250 · 500 · 625 · 1000mg
Amoxil details
- Condition
- Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Amplat
- Therapeutic class
- Penicillin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Aminopenicillin
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to penicillin
- Precautions and warnings
- complete the full course; report rash immediately
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- skin rash
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Indicated to treat bacterial infections to alleviate respiratory symptoms.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- GSK
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- methotrexate
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for all ages with dose adjustment.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Generally safe. Breastfeeding: Generally safe in therapeutic doses.
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, resulting in the destruction of pathogenic bacteria.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Amoxil
Amoxil is a well-known brand of amoxicillin, a common active ingredient indicated for the treatment of a bacterial infection. The same ingredient is also sold under the name Amplat. It is supplied as a capsule in strengths of 250mg, 500mg, 625mg and 1000mg. Manufactured by GSK, this product has long served patients requiring standard antibiotic therapy.
Amoxil availability in Asia
Amoxil is registered across 14 markets including South Korea, Japan and the UAE, with availability also in Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand. Generic amoxicillin, often manufactured in India, serves as a more affordable option for those living far from a reliable pharmacy. Given the specific nature of this medication, it is best used under a doctor’s care to ensure the approach remains aligned with individual care requirements.