Flemoxin Solutab for adults. Instructions for use, price

Flemoxin Solutab is an antibiotic Russian and Dutch production based on amoxicillin. The tool stands out among the drugs in this group with a small list of side effects, a convenient way of dosing and use for adults and children.

Release form

Flemoxin Solutab is produced in the form of dispersible (dissolve in the oral cavity, does not require chewing) tablets of an oblong shape and white color. On one side of the tablets, a dividing line is applied, and on the other there is a proprietary engraving and a numerical designation characterizing the dosage of the drug. Tablets are placed in cellular blisters of 5 pcs., The package contains 4 blisters and instructions.

Chemical composition

Dispersible tablets include:

List of components	Characterization of the substance
The main component
Amoxicillin	The element is a semi-synthetic antibiotic from the penicillin group and has a wide spectrum of destructive action on bacteria.
Secondary components
Crospovidone	The substance makes the tablets readily soluble (they quickly disintegrate under the action of saliva) in the mouth or in water when preparing a suspension.
Magnesium stearate	The component gives the tablets the desired shape, and also facilitates their dissolution.
Saccharin	The element makes the tablets taste sweet.
Dispersible cellulose	The substance is used as a filler which improves tablet disintegration.
Microcrystalline cellulose	The component gives the tablets a uniform texture and improves their dissolution. Additionally, the component controls the rate of release of the main element, prolonging the duration of the medication.
Vanillin	The element gives the preparation a sweet taste and makes the aroma more pleasant.
Mandarin and Lemon Flavors	The components are necessary to give the tablets a lemon-tangerine flavor.

According to the amount of active substance, a drug is produced with a dosage of 125, 250, 500 and 1000 mg.

Pharmacological properties

Flemoxin Solutab tablets have an antibacterial effect and belong to the group of penicillin drugs.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Flemoxin Solutab for adults has a detrimental effect on bacteria, suppressing their growth and facilitating the resolution of cell membranes in pathogenic microflora. After taking, the drug has a therapeutic effect in about 2 hours. At the same time, the components of the agent do not cause irritating effects on the organs of the digestive tract, and the effectiveness of the drug does not decrease due to the action of the acidic environment of the stomach.

The active substance penetrates into the blood (in an amount of about 20%), bone tissue, intraocular fluid, but mostly concentrated in the liver. The advantage of the dispersible form is the absorption of the main component by the body by about 93%. Amoxicillin is excreted approximately 60% in the urine and a small part in the feces.

Important. When using tablets for newborns, the elderly and in patients with renal insufficiency, there is a prolonged withdrawal of the drug from the body, it can reach 20 hours. The main element penetrates into the amniotic fluid of a pregnant woman (the concentration can reach 30%).

Indications for use

Flemoxin Solutab is used to eliminate pathologies provoked by the action of pathogenic bacteria.

The list of these diseases includes:

General view of pathologies	Disease Lists
Respiratory damage	Angina. With the disease, the infection is located mainly in the tonsils.
Pneumonia. Pathology is characterized by the development of inflammation in the tissues of the lungs of an infectious nature.
Bronchitis. The disease is manifested by the development of an inflammatory process in the respiratory system, the bronchi are mainly affected.
Pharyngitis. The disease proceeds by the development of inflammation in the lymphoid tissues of the pharynx.
Sinusitis or sinusitis. Pathologies affect the mucous membranes in the nasal cavity.
Laryngitis. This is an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the larynx.
Bacterial pathologies in the ear canal	Development of inflammatory processes in the tissues of the middle ear.
Pathology of the genitourinary system	Pyelonephritis and pyelitis. The disease is manifested by the development of bacterial inflammation in the tissues of the kidneys.
Cystitis. The disease proceeds by the development of the process of inflammation in the bladder.
Urethritis. The pathology is characterized by inflammation of the urethra.
Cervicitis. This is an inflammation of the cervix of an infectious and non-infectious nature.
Endometritis. The disease is manifested by the development of inflammation of the inner layer of the uterus.
Diseases of the skin and soft tissues	Impetigo. Dermatological pathology is characterized by the formation of pustular-infectious formations on the skin.
Erysipelas. This is an infectious pathology that affects the epidermis and mucous membranes.
Dermatoses complicated by infection.
Diseases of the digestive tract	Angiocholitis. The disease is manifested by the development of inflammation in the ducts of the gallbladder.
Peritonitis. This is the development of an inflammatory process in the abdominal cavity.
Typhoid fever, dysentery. It is an acute infectious disease that predominantly affects the intestines.
Cholecystitis. The disease is manifested by the development of inflammation in the gallbladder.
Salmonellosis. It is an intestinal infection caused by Salmonella.
Other pathologies	In the complex treatment of tick-borne encephalitis.
The development of infection in the articular tissues.

The table contains a list of common pathologies for which Flemoxin Solutab tablets are prescribed. The most complete list of indications can be checked with your doctor.

Contraindications

Flemoxin Solutab for adults is forbidden to use if a patient has contraindications:

• infectious mononucleosis (acute viral disease), since an antibiotic will only provoke an exacerbation of the disease;
• lymphocytic leukemia is a malignant lesion of lymphoid tissue;
• acute infectious pathologies of the digestive tract, which occur with profuse vomiting and diarrhea;
• any viral diseases;
• severe liver dysfunction;
• diathesis of an allergic nature;
• bronchial asthma in any form;
• severe renal failure;
• the patient's tendency to be allergic to the composition.

During pregnancy and lactation, Flemoxin Solutab is not advisable to use, since the main component penetrates into the fetus and into breast milk.

Instructions for use, dosage for adults

Flemoxin Solutab is taken regardless of food. The tablet can be held in the mouth until it is completely dissolved, a suspension can be prepared (dissolve the required dosage in 100 ml of water), the drug can also be taken as regular tablets (swallow and drink water). For adults, dosages of 250, 500 and 1000 mg are used.

The following describes a more detailed course of treatment with Flemoxin Solutab, depending on the pathology.

With laryngitis

The dosage of the drug can be prescribed as follows:

• mild form of severity - 250 mg 3 times every 24 hours for 5-7 days;
• the average form of severity - 500-750 mg 2 times a day for 5-7 days;
• severe form - 750-100 mg 3 times every 24 hours. The course of admission is 7-10 days.

Depending on the form of severity and the body's response to treatment, the doctor can adjust the dosage and duration of the course.

With sinusitis and sinusitis

Flemoxin Solutab is used at a dosage of 250-500 mg 3 times every 24 hours. The duration of therapy can be 5-10 days. A more accurate course of treatment is set individually depending on the severity of the pathology.

With bronchitis and pneumonia

The drug is dosed, and the duration of treatment is selected according to the general condition of the patient, as well as the reaction of the body to the agent:

• mild disease - 250-500 mg 3 times a day for 5-7 days;
• the average form of the disease is 500-750 mg 2-3 times during the day. Course 5-10 days;
• severe pathology - 750-1000 mg 2-3 times every 24 hours for 7-10 days. If necessary, the course of treatment can be extended.

Taking pills for more than 10 days should be under the supervision of a treating specialist.

With cystitis

To eliminate the process of inflammation in the bladder, take Flemoxin Solutab in an amount of 250-750 mg 2-3 times every 24 hours for 5-7 days. Depending on the severity of the disease, the doctor may prescribe additional medications.

With otitis media in the middle ear

The dosage of Flemoxin Solutab tablets is made individually, while, with advanced forms of the disease, a specialist can prescribe a complex treatment in combination with external agents.

The total dosage of the drug according to the severity of the disease:

• mild form - 250 mg 3 times a day for 5 days;
• medium form - 250-500 mg 3 times a day for 5-7 days;
• severe form -500-1000 mg 2-3 times a day for 5-10 days.

If complex therapy is necessary, the compatibility of the medications used must be taken into account.

With infectious dermatological pathologies

Flemoxin Solutab for these pathologies is used in combination with local preparations. The dosage of tablets is 250-750 mg 2-3 times every 24 hours for 5-7 days. Adjustment of treatment is made by the doctor according to the severity of the disease.

With pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract

In case of infectious diseases of the digestive tract, the drug is used strictly according to the prescription of the attending specialist and according to the individual dosage. The course of treatment is also set individually.

Side effects

The use of dispersible tablets Flemoxin Solutab may be accompanied by the following negative reaction:

• nausea, vomiting is possible at high dosages;
• decrease or change in taste sensations;
• the development of diarrhea, less often constipation;
• violation of the activity of the liver, gallbladder;
• changes in the state of tissues in the intestine, including the development of dysbiosis;
• changes in kidney function;
• exacerbation of viral, dermatological or fungal pathologies, since the drug causes a decrease in immunity;
• violation of the composition of the blood (a decrease in the amount of iron, platelets, leukocytes);
• soreness in the joints;
• in the tap, headaches and convulsions were recorded in rare cases.

It is also possible the appearance of an itchy rash, swelling of the larynx and other signs of allergy to the composition.

Overdose

Flemoxin Solutab for adults can cause an overdose in the case of taking the drug in a large dose or as a result of prolonged therapy.

Symptoms of drug poisoning:

• profuse vomiting and diarrhea, as a result, the development of dehydration of the body is not excluded;
• the development of renal failure;
• a sharp deterioration in the activity of the liver;
• convulsions;
• lack of taste;
• exacerbation of infectious diseases;
• pronounced dysbiosis;
• Quincke's edema and other severe allergic reactions. If the patient has a tendency to allergies.

In case of drug poisoning, gastric lavage is performed, followed by the intake of sorbents. Also (with severe vomiting and diarrhea), Rehydron is required to restore the water-salt balance.

special instructions

Before using Flemoxin Solutab tablets, doctors recommend that you familiarize yourself with the nuances of its use, which include:

• the drug is considered highly allergenic, therefore, if there is a tendency to allergies, it must be prescribed with caution. The likelihood of developing allergies in severe forms and with a fatal outcome is not excluded;
• the drug cannot be prescribed independently, since the doctor must determine the type of infection and its sensitivity to the drug;
• adult dosages are strictly prohibited for the treatment of children;
• it is impossible to combine taking Flemoxin Solutab tablets with alcohol, as the load on the liver increases;
• it is forbidden to take the drug with other antibiotics of the penicillin group, otherwise superinfection may develop;
• do not adjust the dosage and course of treatment yourself;
• if the patient has chronic renal pathologies, the development of seizures and epilepsy is possible;
• long-term use of pills can cause blood clotting disorders;
• in the presence of contraindications or the development of side effects, the use of the antibiotic is canceled.

After completing the course of taking the drug, you should drink a course of probiotics to restore the microflora in the intestine.

Drug interactions

Flemoxin Solutab for adults is allowed to be used in complex therapy, but the doctor should select the drugs, since their compatibility must be taken into account.

The following is the interaction of tablets with other medicines:

• the active substance of the drug reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills;
• Flemoxin Solutab is undesirable to combine with antibiotics of other groups, since the likelihood of side effects from both drugs increases;
• tablets reduce the therapeutic effect of anticoagulants;
• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increase the concentration of the antibiotic in the blood.

  

Additionally, it is undesirable to combine Flemoxin Solutab tablets with alcohol-containing medicines.

Analogs

Substitutes for Flemoxin Solutab are more often selected as a result of detecting allergies in a patient, less often with the development of side effects. If it is necessary to choose an analogue, the doctor may suggest the following drugs:

Analogue name and cost	Active component	Features of reception
Ospamox. It is produced in the form of capsules, granules and tablets. Average price 200 rubles.	The active ingredient (amoxicillin) is contained in an amount of 125 mg in granules, with a dosage of 250 mg in capsules and in an amount of 500 mg in tablets. The drug belongs to the group of antibiotics of the penicillin group and has an identical effect.	The rules for taking the drug (indications, contraindications, negative reaction) are identical to the original. The dosage of the product is made by the treating specialist individually.
Hikontsil. Produced in the form of capsules and suspensions. The average cost is 50 rubles.	The active element (amoxicillin) is contained in capsules in an amount of 250 and 500 mg, and in a suspension in a dosage of 125 and 250 mg. The medicinal effect of the drug is similar to the original.	Instructions for using Hikontsil are similar to the original. But at the same time, the list of contraindications for the analogue is less, but the list of side effects is larger.
Ampiox. The drug is produced in the form of capsules and powder for suspension preparation. The average price is 100 rubles.	The active ingredients (ampicillin and oxacillin) have a wider spectrum of antibacterial action than Flemoxin Solutab. The drug is able to destroy penicillinase-resistant bacteria due to its inclusion in oxacillin.	Ampiox has identical indications, and the list of contraindications and side effects is less. The dosage of the drug is selected according to the age and severity of the disease.

Also, the attending specialist may prescribe the following substitutes:

• Ecobol. It is produced in the form of tablets based on amoxicillin in the amount of 250 and 500 mg. The average price is 150 rubles;
• Amosin. The drug is available in the form of powder, granules, suspension and injection solution. The main component is also amoxicillin. The average cost is 120 rubles;
• Amoxicar. The analogue is produced in the form of capsules, tablets and powder for suspension design. The main element amoxicillin provides an identical therapeutic effect. The average price is 100 rubles.

The choice of an analogue by a doctor is made taking into account contraindications.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

The drug Flemoxin Solutab can be bought only by referral from a doctor and if there is a specified dosage and a course of treatment in the prescription. After purchase, the product must be stored at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees Celsius. When sealed, the shelf life is 5 years.

Important. The tablets should be out of the reach of children and the sun.

Price

The cost per package of tablets varies with the dosage of the active substance, and also varies by region. The average price range is shown in the table:

Dosage of tablets	Minimum cost	Maximum price
250	280 RUB	320 RUB
500	310 RUB	RUB 380
1000	390 rbl.	370 rbl.

Important. Even when ordering a drug from an online pharmacy, you will need a prescription, which must be presented to the courier.

Flemoxin Solutab during its use has established itself as a fairly safe and effective remedy. The advantage of the medication is its wide range of action and a variety of dosages, for the convenience of use by adults and children.

Author: Kotlyachkova Svetlana

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