Polymox

Who is Polymox for ?

Polymox is a penicillin-like antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; venereal disease (VD); and ear, lung, nose, urinary tract, and skin infections. Polymox also is used before some surgery or dental work to prevent infection. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Polymox is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Polymox also is used occasionally to treat a chlamydia infection during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about the possible risks of using Polymox for your condition.

Polymox is a penicillin-like antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria. Polymox destroys the outer cell wall of bacteria, killing the bacteria without harming your body's own cells.

When should I be careful taking Polymox ?

Before taking Polymox,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Polymox, penicillin, or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other antibiotics, allopurinol (Lopurin), anticoagulants ("blood thinners") such as warfarin (Coumadin), oral contraceptives, probenecid (Benemid), and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease, allergies, asthma, blood disease, colitis, stomach problems, or hay fever.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Polymox, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Polymox.

Polymox Side Effects

Although side effects from Polymox are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach
• diarrhea
• vomiting
• mild skin rash

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• severe skin rash
• itching
• hives
• difficulty breathing or swallowing
• wheezing
• vaginal infection